Special Considerations for Treatment of Hypersomnias

C. Stephenson; E. K. St. Louis

doi:10.1016/B978-0-12-378610-4.00246-1

Special Considerations for Treatment of Hypersomnias

C. Stephenson, E. K. St. Louis

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Abstract

Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is the hallmark symptom of the hypersomnias of central origin. Historically, medications were the primary treatment option, with the goals of improving alertness while minimizing side effects. Though not well recognized, and underutilized, special consideration should be given to nonpharmacological interventions such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, relaxation training, and light therapy, as effective adjuncts to pharmacotherapy to comprise a comprehensive treatment plan offering the best care possible for patients with hypersomnia.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Encyclopedia of Sleep
Publisher	Elsevier Inc.
Pages	520-524
Number of pages	5
ISBN (Electronic)	9780123786111
ISBN (Print)	9780123786104
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-378610-4.00246-1
State	Published - Jan 1 2013

Keywords

Automatic behaviors
Behavior modification
Cognitive therapy
Hypersomnia
Idiopathic hypersomnia
Light therapy
Relaxation therapies
Sleep drunkenness
Sleep hygiene
Stimulus control

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Medicine (miscellaneous)

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