How are sleep disorders diagnosed?

Sleep disorders are a group of conditions that affect the ability to sleep well on a regular basis. Learn about sleep disorder symptoms, types, and treatment. Sleep disorders are a group of conditions that affect the ability to sleep well on a regular basis. read more

Chronic Illness Sleep problems can be due to a chronic illness, such as diabetes, arthritis, HIV/AIDS, lupus, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and multiple sclerosis. Psychiatric Complications There is no evidence that sleep disorders are a cause of psychiatric disorders. But sleep and psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia and depression are closely related. read more

Diagnosis of Sleep Disorders. Medical History & Sleep Disorder Diagnosis. As with other neurological disorders, an accurate medical history is an essential part of diagnosing a sleep disorder. People with sleep disorders should keep a daily diary of activities and sleep—both when they try to go to sleep and when they actually do fall sleep. read more