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.
Managing Insomnia: Practical Advice on Sleep Hygiene
Focusing on treatment options for insomnia, experts consider the added value of sleep hygiene.
FDA Approves Daridorexant for Adults With Insomnia
The treatment yielded significant improvements for sleep onset and sleep maintenance.
The Many Consequences of Insomnia
Panelists discuss the broad range of impact insomnia has on a patient’s health and quality of life.
Considering Sleep Studies for Insomnia
A brief review of the value of polysomnography, or sleep studies, in diagnosing patients with insomnia.
Optimizing a Diagnostic Work-up of Insomnia
Considerations for how to optimally work up and diagnose patients with insomnia.
Understanding the Causes and Prevalence of Insomnia
A panel of experts break down the myriad of insomnia causes, discussing prevalence amid different patient populations.
How Insomnia Affects Both Day and Night
Shared insight on how daytime functioning has become part of the insomnia treatment paradigm.
An Overview of Acute Vs Chronic Insomnia
Expert perspectives on how patients may present differently with acute vs chronic insomnia.
Analysis Shows Insomnia Patients Prefer Daridorexant Over Placebo
The dual orexin receptor antagonist notably demonstrates a positive benefit-risk balance for patients
Insomnia Hypnotic Treatment Lowers Risk of Suicidal Ideation
Data show zolpidem use in 8-week insomnia trial reduced suicidal ideation in patients, even after trial randomization ended.
FDA Approves New Cataplexy and Daytime Sleepiness Treatment for Narcolepsy
The approval represents the second approved treatment of the conditions associated with narcolepsy patients at least 7 years old.
Telemedicine and Face-to-Face CBT Both Effective Treating Insomnia
Both telemedicine and face-to-face therapy resulted in improved daytime function.
More REM Sleep Needed to Reduce Mortality Rate in Older Adults
New research finds a 13% higher mortality rate for every 5% reduction in REM sleep.
Childhood Sleep Issues Foreshadow Psychosis, Borderline Personality Disorder
Shorter nighttime sleep duration and later bedtime at 3.5 years old age were significantly associated with borderline personality disorder symptoms.
Inadequate Sleep Impacts Children's Emotional Health
The presence of anxiety symptoms moderated most alterations in emotional processing observed following sleep restriction.
Prenatal Cannabis Use Might Cause Sleep Problems for Offspring
Recently, there has been a 7% increase in cannabis use from pregnant mothers.
Jennifer Martin, PhD: Sleep Lessons Learned During COVID-19
Dr. Jennifer Martin explains how teenagers could benefit from a better sleep schedule and a later wake up time.
Jennifer Martin, PhD: Concerning Sleep Trends During COVID-19
Increased technology use and alcohol consumption may be leading to some troubling trends in sleep.
Second-Hand Smoke Impacting Sleep Disturbances
The researchers suggested a significant link between second-hand smoke exposure and poor sleep quality, particularly among adolescents.
Sleep Problems Linked to Adolescents with Depression and Anxiety
Individuals at 15 years old with depression experience struggles with both sleep patterns and sleep quality.
Link Found Between ADHD and Sleep Issues in Adolescents
ADHD symptoms are highly comorbid with insomnia, restless leg syndrome, and snoring.
Sirimon Reutrakul, MD: Using CPAP for Diabetes and Sleep Apnea
Sirimon Reutrakul, MD, discusses what providers should do based on the findings of a new study presented at ADA 2020.
New Agents Available for Insomnia and Multiple Sclerosis
Recent studies show efficacy and safety for both lemborexant and ozanimod.
Difficulty Initiating Sleep Intervention Could Reduce Depressive Symptoms
In a new study, investigators discover insomnia severity could predict first-onset major depressive disorder.
James Wheless, MD: Neurology, Epilepsy, and COVID-19
Discussing the impact of COVID-19 on patients with neurologic conditions and how the rapid advent of telehealth has impacted interdisciplinary teams.
CPAP Withdrawal Leads to Negative Outcomes for Sleep Apnea Patients
In a new study presented at ATS, investigators find CPAP withdrawal worsens the augmentation index.
Empagliflozin Reduces Cardiovascular Outcomes Despite Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Individuals with obstructive sleep apnea were more frequently male, obese, and had more coronary heart disease when compared to those without OSA.
More Sleep Apnea Patients Reverse Metabolic Syndrome with CPAP
A six-month study shows the common OSA therapy could have long-term benefit for reducing eventual cardiovascular risk.
Sleep Duration Linked to More Asthma Attacks
Investigators find individuals with asthma who slept less than 5 hours per night had increased asthma attacks and overnight hospitalizations.
Narcolepsy Associated With Increased Risk of Bone Fractures
The use of stimulants can result in a decrease in bone fracture risk for narcolepsy patients.