Circadian rhythm disorders are disruptions in the
body's internal clock that regulates the 24-hour cycle of biological processes,
including the sleep-wake cycle. These disorders can result in difficulty
falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up at desired times, leading to
insomnia or excessive sleepiness.
Common circadian rhythm disorders include:
1. **Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder (DSPD):**
Individuals fall asleep and wake up much later than usual.
2. **Advanced Sleep Phase Disorder (ASPD):**
Individuals fall asleep and wake up much earlier than usual.
3. **Shift Work Disorder: ** Irregular sleep
patterns due to working night shifts or rotating shifts.
4. **Jet Lag:** Temporary disruption caused by
traveling across multiple time zones.
Treatment for circadian rhythm disorders often
involves lifestyle adjustments and interventions such as maintaining a
consistent sleep schedule, light therapy to regulate exposure to light, and
melatonin supplements to help reset the internal clock. Behavioural therapies,
like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), can also be effective
in managing these disorders. Proper diagnosis and management are essential for
improving sleep quality and overall health.
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