The HCPLive insomnia page is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and insights on sleeplessness. This page consists of interviews, articles, podcasts, and videos on the research, treatment and development of therapies for insomnia, and more.
Insomnia, Shorter Sleep Duration Linked to the Risk of Autoimmune Arthritis
February 9th 2024Multivariable analyses found genetic predispositions to overall rheumatoid arthritis with decreased sleep duration, as well as a significant genetic association between seropositive rheumatoid arthritis and insomnia symptoms.
CBT-I, Trazodone Ineffective at Improving Insomnia for Patients on Hemodialysis
January 18th 2024Investigators observed no change in Insomnia Severity Index scores from baseline to weeks 7 and 25 with CBT-1, trazodone, or placebo, suggesting these insomnia treatment options are not effective for patients undergoing hemodialysis.
Longer Hospital Stays Associated with Insomnia Symptoms
January 2nd 2024A new study found patients who scored high on the Insomnia Severity Index questionnaire had a longer hospital stay length, increased risk of 30-day readmission, and increased risk of 30-day emergency department or urgent care visits.
Working Night Shifts Is Associated with Sleep Disorders, Study Finds
December 13th 2023Late shift work is associated with sleep disorders the most for females, the age group <30 years old, people who live alone or with roommates, have only up to an elementary or secondary education, and people who work the night shift.