Chapter 58: Sleep Disorders

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Disorders of sleep are among the most common problems seen by clinicians. More than one-half of adults experience at least intermittent sleep disturbances, and 50–70 million Americans suffer from a chronic sleep disturbance which can adversely affect daytime functioning as well as physical and mental health.

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Disorders of sleep are among the most common problems seen by clinicians. More than one-half of adults experience at least intermittent sleep disturbances, and 50–70 million Americans suffer from a chronic sleep disturbance which can adversely affect daytime functioning as well as physical and mental health.

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