Sleep Disorder Research
Firstline Therapy’s effect on Insomnia and Sleep Disorder
Sleep disorders (sometimes called sleep-wake disorders) are problems dealing with the quality, timing, and amount of sleep. The most common of these problems is insomnia and sleep apnea, though struggling to get solid rest of any kind is an issue. Whatever the form, sleep disorders can lead to daytime distress, impairment in functioning, and mental health issues.
Many factors contribute to sleep disruptions, including lifestyle, environmental factors, and medical conditions. Sleep-wake disorders often occur along with medical conditions, and mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, or cognitive disorders, can also hurt sleep quality.
How Can FirstLine Therapy Help With Sleep Disorders?
Many people overlooked the relationship between sleep disorders and chronic illness. Much like how insomnia and sleep apnea correlates in people with chronic illness, sleep disorders can also be a direct cause of chronic illnesses. FirstLine Therapy is a comprehensive approach to sleep disorders, as it comes up with individualized plans that consider the unique needs and history of the client.
One aspect where FirstLine Therapy can help is sleep disorders among military veterans. A study published in Sleep, “The National Veteran Sleep Disorder Study: Descriptive Epidemiology and Secular Trends, 2000–2010,” reviewed sleep disorder trends in veterans treated in the American Veterans Health Administration (VHA) over 11 years. It found strong associations, as 91% had been prescribed at least one sleep medication.
Metagenics says that “[u]ilizing a system of diagnosing and treating the root cause (possibly multiple causes in many cases) will be key to unravelling the connections between these various conditions and appropriate treatment.”
