Advanced sleep phase disorder is a rare condition that causes your natural circadian rhythm, or sleep-wake cycle, to occur earlier than typical. As humans, our sleep-wake cycle— also known as our ...

Circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders are a group of conditions in which the timing of an individual’s sleep is disrupted. Circadian rhythms are often referred to as the body’s internal clock or our ...

Non-24-hour sleep-wake disorder (N24SWD) occurs when your sleep-wake cycle gradually shifts out of sync with the 24-hour day. It affects about half of blind people, but it can also affect those with ...

The UAB Sleep/Wake Disorders Center, conveniently located at UAB Hospital Highlands, provides advanced testing, diagnosis, and treatment of sleep disorders in a relaxed, casual setting specially ...

We all have the same 24 hours in a day, right? Well not actually. Some people suffer from a rare, debilitating disorder that has them living in a nightmare where days and nights just can't peacefully ...

Sleep is essential for healthy functioning. Insomnia disorder is prevalent, affecting around 5 to 10% of the adult population. The primary issue is a subjective complaint of reduced quantity or ...

In adolescents and young adults, delayed sleep-wake phase disorder (DSWPD) may be associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and restless legs ...

Dr. Smita Patel is an integrative neurologist and is affiliated with Endeavor Health. She is triple board-certified in neurology, sleep medicine, and integrative medicine. A deficiency in restorative ...