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Shelgikar AV. Sleep Education: A Narrative Review on Barriers and Opportunities to Grow a Diverse Sleep Team. Chest 2024; 165:1239-1246. [PMID: 38331383 DOI: 10.1016/j.chest.2024.01.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2022] [Revised: 11/15/2023] [Accepted: 01/27/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024] Open
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The increased recognition of sleep-wake disorders and their effects, along with the anticipated shortage of sleep medicine specialists, heralds a concomitant need to have more health care providers with dedicated training in the evaluation and management of sleep disorders across the life span. A narrative review of published literature on sleep education was conducted and identified factors related to diversity within the sleep team, barriers to implementation of sleep education, and strides in sleep education. Implementation of novel sleep education strategies will require creative navigation of barriers such as allocation of curricular time, availability of teaching faculty, and funding to train more members of the sleep team. Deliberate coordination within and across health professions programs, with efforts to share resources and leverage technology, will be instrumental to guide the next phase of growth in sleep education.
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Hou XZ, Li YS, Wu Q, Lv QY, Yang YT, Li LL, Ye XJ, Yang CY, Wang MS, Lv YF, Cao LL, Wang SH. Association of sleep characteristics with cardiovascular disease risk in adults over 40 years of age: a cross-sectional survey. Front Cardiovasc Med 2024; 11:1308592. [PMID: 38327493 PMCID: PMC10847268 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2024.1308592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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Background The relationship between sleep characteristics and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk has yet to reach a consistent conclusion, and more research needs to be carried out. This study aimed to explore the relationship between snoring, daytime sleepiness, bedtime, sleep duration, and high-risk sleep patterns with CVD risk. Methods Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2015-2018 were collected and analyzed. Multivariable logistic regression was used to evaluate the relationship between snoring, daytime sleepiness, bedtime, sleep duration, high-risk sleep patterns, and CVD risk. Stratified analysis and interaction tests were carried out according to hypertension, diabetes and age. Results The final analysis contained 6,830 participants, including 1,001 with CVD. Multivariable logistic regression suggested that the relationship between snoring [OR = 7.37,95%CI = (6.06,8.96)], daytime sleepiness [OR = 11.21,95%CI = (9.60,13.08)], sleep duration shorter than 7 h [OR = 9.50,95%CI = (7.65,11.79)] or longer than 8 h [OR = 6.61,95%CI = (5.33,8.19)], bedtime after 0:00 [OR = 13.20,95%CI = (9.78,17.80)] compared to 22:00-22:59, high-risk sleep patterns [OR = 47.73,95%CI = (36.73,62.04)] and CVD risk were statistically significant. Hypertension and diabetes interacted with high-risk sleep patterns, but age did not. Conclusions Snoring, daytime sleepiness, excessive or short sleep duration, inappropriate bedtime, and high-risk sleep patterns composed of these factors are associated with the CVD risk. High-risk sleep patterns have a more significant impact on patients with hypertension and diabetes.
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- Xin-Zheng Hou
- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Guang anmen Hospital Affiliated to China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- College of Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Guang anmen Hospital Affiliated to China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Guang anmen Hospital Affiliated to China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Guang anmen Hospital Affiliated to China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Guang anmen Hospital Affiliated to China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Guang anmen Hospital Affiliated to China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Guang anmen Hospital Affiliated to China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Guangwai Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Shanghai Qianhe Technology Co., Ltd., Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Guang anmen Hospital Affiliated to China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Guang anmen Hospital Affiliated to China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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Baglioni C, Espie CA, Altena E, Gavriloff D, Jernelöv S, Holzinger B, Schlarb A, Riemann D. Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia disorder: Extending the stepped care model. J Sleep Res 2023; 32:e14016. [PMID: 37584390 DOI: 10.1111/jsr.14016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/17/2023]
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Despite cognitive behaviour therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) being the first-line intervention for the disorder, it is often not readily available to patients in need. The stepped care model (SCM) represents an approach to facilitating efficient and wide-ranging provision of evidence-based care to those with insomnia. The SCM reflects a pyramid of therapeutics based on CBT-I gradually increasing in clinical intensity and addressing clinical complexity. By applying CBT-I through the SCM it is hoped that the treatment gap can be bridged such that not only more patients can be reached, but that clinical resource can be more effectively distributed, with patients receiving more tailored care as needed. Nevertheless, this should not be done at the risk of a lower quality of care being offered, and high-standard training for clinicians and scrutiny of non-clinician led interventions remains important. As national health laws within European countries have substantial differences, the application of the SCM as it relates to the treatment of insomnia may be challenged by contrasting interpretations. In order that the SCM is appropriately implemented: (a) only evidence-based CBT-I treatments should be promoted within the model; (b) clinicians involved in SCM should be suitably qualified to offer CBT in general, and have appropriate further training in CBT-I; (c) professionals involved in interventions not included in the SCM, but related to it, such as preventive and educational programmes, diagnostic procedures, and pharmacological treatments, should also have good knowledge of the SCM in order to promote correct allocation to the appropriate interventional step.
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- Chiara Baglioni
- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Medical Center, University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, Freiburg, Germany
- Department of Human Sciences, Guglielmo Marconi University, Rome, Italy
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- Sir Jules Thorne Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Sir Jules Thorne Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Psychology and Sports Science, University of Bielefeld, Bielefeld, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Medical Center, University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, Freiburg, Germany
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Jernelöv S, Blom K. Training of professionals in cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia - A systematic review of peer-reviewed studies. J Sleep Res 2023; 32:e14024. [PMID: 37610075 DOI: 10.1111/jsr.14024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023]
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Insomnia is common, and causes substantial individual suffering and costs for society. The recommended first-line treatment is cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which is under-used partly due to a lack of trained providers. To train providers is thus important, but what is the current situation regarding CBT-I training? A systematic search of databases was conducted to identify scientific peer-reviewed papers describing CBT-I training with regards to: existing amounts of training, proposed curricula, trainees, delivery context, content of training, modes of delivery, evaluation of the training from a trainee perspective, and effects on patients. This systematic review shows that research on training in CBT-I is an emerging field, with the literature presenting a limited number of papers, with varying objectives. One group of papers investigate the amount of training that exists in a region or educational context and/or propose training curricula; and another group evaluate training initiatives and describe CBT-I training trainees, context, content, modes of delivery, and outcomes on trainees and on treated patients. The studies show that little training is currently provided and proposed curricula vary, and evaluations present promising results: training is feasible in different contexts and modes, digital training may be used to disseminate training efforts at a large scale, trainees' skills increase and positive effects on patients can be seen. To move the field forward, more high-quality studies on CBT-I training are needed, and we propose that training in CBT-I should be targeted towards varying levels of expertise, matching a stepped-care model.
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- Susanna Jernelöv
- Division of Psychology, Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
- Centre for Psychiatry Research, Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm Health Care Services, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Centre for Psychiatry Research, Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm Health Care Services, Stockholm, Sweden
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Meaklim H, Rehm IC, Junge MF, Monfries M, Kennedy GA, Bucks RS, Meltzer LJ, Jackson ML. Development of a Novel Behavioral Sleep Medicine Education Workshop Designed to Increase Trainee Psychologists' Knowledge and Skills in Insomnia Management. Behav Sleep Med 2023; 21:787-801. [PMID: 36606306 DOI: 10.1080/15402002.2022.2164766] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Despite the clear influence of poor sleep on mental health, sleep education has been neglected in psychology training programs. Here, we develop a novel behavioral sleep medicine (BSM) education workshop, the Sleep Psychology Workshop, designed for integration within graduate psychology programs. We also examined the potential efficacy and acceptability of the workshop to upskill trainee psychologists in sleep and insomnia management. METHODS The Sleep Psychology Workshop was developed using a modified Delphi Method. Eleven trainee psychologists completing their Master of Psychology degrees (90% female, 24.4 ± 1.6 years old) attended the workshop, delivered as three, two-hour lectures (total of six hours). Sleep knowledge, attitudes, and practice assessments were completed pre-and post-intervention using the GradPsyKAPS Questionnaire. A focus group and 6-month follow-up survey captured feedback and qualitative data. RESULTS Trainees' sleep knowledge quiz scores (% correct) increased from 60% to 79% pre- to post-workshop (p = .002). Trainees' self-efficacy to use common sleep-related assessment instruments and empirically supported interventions to manage sleep disturbances increased, along with their confidence to manage insomnia (all p < .02). Participant feedback was positive, with 91% of trainees rating the workshop as "excellent" and qualitative data highlighting trainees developing practical skills in BSM. Six months post-intervention, 100% of trainees endorsed routinely asking their clients about sleep, with 82% reporting improvements in their own sleep. CONCLUSIONS The Sleep Psychology Workshop is a potentially effective and acceptable introductory BSM education program for trainee psychologists, ready for integration within the graduate psychology curriculum.
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- Hailey Meaklim
- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, Australia
- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Bundoora, Australia
- Institute for Breathing and Sleep, Austin Health, Victoria, Australia
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- College of Health and Biomedicine, Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
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- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Bundoora, Australia
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- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Bundoora, Australia
- Institute for Breathing and Sleep, Austin Health, Victoria, Australia
- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, Federation University, Ballarat, Australia
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- Schools of Psychological Science and Population and Global Health, University of Western Australia, Western Australia, Australia
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- Department of Pediatrics, National Jewish Health, Denver, USA
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- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, Australia
- Institute for Breathing and Sleep, Austin Health, Victoria, Australia
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Meaklim H, Meltzer LJ, Rehm IC, Junge MF, Monfries M, Kennedy GA, Bucks RS, Graco M, Jackson ML. Disseminating sleep education to graduate psychology programs online: a knowledge translation study to improve the management of insomnia. Sleep 2023; 46:zsad169. [PMID: 37327117 PMCID: PMC10566250 DOI: 10.1093/sleep/zsad169] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2023] [Revised: 05/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023] Open
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STUDY OBJECTIVES Despite the negative impact of poor sleep on mental health, evidence-based insomnia management guidelines have not been translated into routine mental healthcare. Here, we evaluate a state-wide knowledge translation effort to disseminate sleep and insomnia education to graduate psychology programs online using the RE-AIM (reach, effectiveness, adoption, implementation, and maintenance) evaluation framework. METHODS Using a non-randomized waitlist control design, graduate psychology students attended a validated 6-hour online sleep education workshop delivered live as part of their graduate psychology program in Victoria, Australia. Sleep knowledge, attitudes, and practice assessments were conducted pre- and post-program, with long-term feedback collected at 12 months. RESULTS Seven out of ten graduate psychology programs adopted the workshop (adoption rate = 70%). The workshop reached 313 graduate students, with a research participation rate of 81%. The workshop was effective at improving students' sleep knowledge and self-efficacy to manage sleep disturbances using cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), compared to the waitlist control with medium-to-large effect sizes (all p < .001). Implementation feedback was positive, with 96% of students rating the workshop as very good-to-excellent. Twelve-month maintenance data demonstrated that 83% of students had used the sleep knowledge/skills learned in the workshop in their clinical practice. However, more practical training is required to achieve CBT-I competency. CONCLUSIONS Online sleep education workshops can be scaled to deliver cost-effective foundational sleep training to graduate psychology students. This workshop will accelerate the translation of insomnia management guidelines into psychology practice to improve sleep and mental health outcomes nationwide.
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- Hailey Meaklim
- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
- Institute for Breathing and Sleep, Austin Health, VIC, Australia
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- National Jewish Health, Denver, CO, USA
- Nyxeos Consulting, Denver, CO, USA
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- College of Health and Biomedicine, Victoria University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Sleep Health Foundation, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Bundoora, VIC, Australia
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- Institute for Breathing and Sleep, Austin Health, VIC, Australia
- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Bundoora, VIC, Australia
- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, Federation University, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
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- Schools of Psychological Science and Population and Global Health, University of Western Australia, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Institute for Breathing and Sleep, Austin Health, VIC, Australia
- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
- Institute for Breathing and Sleep, Austin Health, VIC, Australia
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Gumport NB, Gasperetti CE, Zieve GG, Harvey AG. Therapist training in treating sleep problems: A survey study of clinical practice. J Clin Psychol 2023; 79:1943-1956. [PMID: 36916830 PMCID: PMC10440256 DOI: 10.1002/jclp.23511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2022] [Revised: 11/08/2022] [Accepted: 03/01/2023] [Indexed: 03/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Mental health care clinicians' training in treating sleep problems was investigated. We examined clinicians' (1) prior training in providing treatment for sleep problems, (2) interest in receiving training in treatment for sleep problems, and (3) perceptions of the importance of treating sleep problems and interest in incorporating sleep treatments into their practices. METHODS An online survey was completed by 137 clinicians. RESULTS The majority of clinicians (61.31%) reported receiving prior training in treating sleep problems, most commonly in the form of a workshop and after receiving a graduate degree. Most clinicians reported interest in receiving further training in treating sleep problems. Clinicians reported that the majority (66.67%) of their clients experience sleep problems, yet reported that they address sleep with fewer than half of clients. Addressing sleep in treatment was rated as "somewhat" to "very" important and most clinicians indicated further interest in receiving training in treating sleep. CONCLUSIONS Mental health care clinicians receive limited training in treating sleep problems. As clinicians are interested in gaining further training to address sleep concerns within their clinical practice, training programs and continuing education programs should consider increasing the amount of programming in sleep treatment and assessment.
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Thomas M, Rampp S, Scheer M, Strauss C, Prell J, Schönfeld R, Leplow B. Premorbid Psychological Factors Associated with Long-Term Postoperative Headache after Microsurgery in Vestibular Schwannoma-A Retrospective Pilot Study. Brain Sci 2023; 13:1171. [PMID: 37626527 PMCID: PMC10452443 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci13081171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2023] [Revised: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/04/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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Associations between premorbid psychological factors and postoperative headache (POH) after microsurgical treatment via the retrosigmoid approach for vestibular schwannoma (VS) were investigated in this retrospective single-center study. A total of 101 VS patients completed the Rostock headache questionnaire (RoKoKo), the hospital and anxiety scale (HADS-D), and the screening for somatoform disorders (SOMS-2), all of which were used as short self-assessed questionnaires. Fifty-four patients with POH were compared with 47 non-POH patients in terms of premorbid psychological factors, somatization tendencies, and psychological burden using the chi2-test and Mann-Whitney U-test. Regression analyses were conducted to assess the weighted contribution of psychological and procedural factors to POH. In individuals with POH, mental ailments, preexisting headaches, premorbid chronic pain syndromes, and higher somatization tendencies were found to be significantly more common. POH was predicted by the number of premorbid psychosomatic symptoms, preexisting mental ailments, and premorbid chronic pain syndromes. Depression and anxiety were predicted by low emotional stability. Additionally, the number of premorbid psychosomatic symptoms predicted depression, anxiety, and overall psychological burden. It was observed that the reported symptoms of headache might fit into the classification of chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP) rather than being classified as secondary headaches after craniotomy. Premorbid psychological factors were found to play an important role in the emergence of POH in VS, particularly after microsurgery via the retrosigmoid approach. Therefore, it is suggested that psychological screening be incorporated into the treatment process.
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- Mareike Thomas
- Department of Medical Psychology, Center for Psychosocial Medicine, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistrasse 52, 20246 Hamburg, Germany;
- Department of Psychology, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Emil-Abderhalden-Straße 26–27, 06108 Halle, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Halle, Ernst-Grube-Straße 40, 06120 Halle, Germany
- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Erlangen, Schwabachanlage 6, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
- Department of Neuroradiology, University Hospital Erlangen, Schwabachanlage 6, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Halle, Ernst-Grube-Straße 40, 06120 Halle, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Halle, Ernst-Grube-Straße 40, 06120 Halle, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Halle, Ernst-Grube-Straße 40, 06120 Halle, Germany
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- Department of Psychology, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Emil-Abderhalden-Straße 26–27, 06108 Halle, Germany
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- Department of Psychology, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Emil-Abderhalden-Straße 26–27, 06108 Halle, Germany
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Marilac Soalheiro L, de Jesus Brandão B, Paiva RVN, Dias Carvalho L, Menezes Paranhos RD, Ribeiro Barbosa PC, Guerrero-Vargas NN, Tamura EK. Familiarity of Brazilian psychologists with basic concepts in sleep science and chronobiology. Chronobiol Int 2023; 40:1072-1083. [PMID: 37661786 DOI: 10.1080/07420528.2023.2250870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Revised: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 08/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023]
Abstract
Desynchronization of circadian rhythms and sleep-wake patterns impacts biochemical, physiological, and behavioral functions, including mental processes. The complex relationship between circadian rhythms and mental health makes it challenging to determine causality between circadian desynchronization and mental disorders. Regarding the fact that psychologists act as the front line for initial mental health care, we aimed to assess the knowledge and use of sleep science and basic chronobiology by professional psychologists in Brazil. Data were collected via an online questionnaire completed by 1384 professional psychologists between October 2018 and May 2019. Our findings revealed that ±80% of psychologists reported that at least half of their patients presented some sleep-related complaints; however, only ±27% routinely inquired about sleep quality even in the absence of patient complaints. Additionally, only ±66% initiated treatments to understand these complaints, potentially influenced by the lack of prior academic exposure to biological rhythms as reported by ±76% of Brazilian psychologists interviewed. Importantly, ±15% did not believe in an association between mental health and biological rhythms, and even a significant ±67% were unfamiliar with the term chronobiology and ±63% were not able to describe any other biological rhythm except for the sleep-wake cycle. These results demonstrate that fundamental concepts in chronobiology and sleep science are unknown to a substantial proportion of Brazilian psychologists. In conclusion, we propose that this subject could be more effectively integrated into psychologists' academic training, potentially promoting benefits through the incorporation of a chronobiological approach in mental health practice.
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- Department of Health Sciences, Universidade Estadual de Santa Cruz, Ilhéus, Brazil
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- Department of Human Sciences and Philosophy, Universidade Estadual de Feira de Santana, Feira de Santana, Brazil
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- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Nacional Autonóma de México, México City, México
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- Department of Health Sciences, Universidade Estadual de Santa Cruz, Ilhéus, Brazil
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Ahlberg R, Garcia-Argibay M, Taylor M, Lichtenstein P, D'Onofrio BM, Butwicka A, Hill C, Cortese S, Larsson H, Du Rietz E. Prevalence of sleep disorder diagnoses and sleep medication prescriptions in individuals with ADHD across the lifespan: a Swedish nationwide register-based study. BMJ MENTAL HEALTH 2023; 26:e300809. [PMID: 37657817 PMCID: PMC10577710 DOI: 10.1136/bmjment-2023-300809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 09/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Consistent evidence suggests a strong association between attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and subjectively reported sleep problems. However, the prevalence of clinically ascertained sleep disorder diagnoses and sleep medication prescriptions in individuals with ADHD remains unclear. OBJECTIVE To determine the rates of sleep disorder diagnoses and sleep medication prescriptions in children, adolescents and adults with ADHD. METHODS We linked Swedish national registers to create a cohort of individuals born 1945-2008. We estimated the absolute and relative risks (using logistic regression models) of different sleep disorder diagnoses and medication prescriptions in individuals with and without ADHD. The analyses were performed across five different age groups: children (5-11 years), adolescents (12-17 years), young adults (18-30 years), middle-aged adults (31-45 years) and older adults (46-60 years). FINDINGS Among individuals with ADHD (N=145 490, 2.25% of the cohort), 7.5% had a sleep disorder diagnosis and 47.5% had been prescribed sleep medication. Individuals with ADHD, across all age groups, had a statistically significantly increased risk of having any sleep disorder diagnosis (ORrange=6.4-16.1) and any sleep medication prescription (ORrange=12.0-129.4) compared with individuals without ADHD. While rates of sleep disorders were highest in older adults, the relative risks were highest in youth. CONCLUSIONS Individuals with ADHD have a substantially increased risk of sleep disorder diagnoses and sleep medication prescriptions, from childhood into older adulthood. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS More clinical efforts are needed to tackle impairing sleep problems in individuals with ADHD via systematic sleep assessment, appropriate diagnosis, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Sleep medication use should be informed by sleep disorder diagnosis.
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- Rickard Ahlberg
- School of Medical Sciences, Örebro University, Orebro, Sweden
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- School of Medical Sciences, Örebro University, Orebro, Sweden
- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Indiana University Bloomington, Bloomington, Indiana, USA
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- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Stockholm Health Care Services, Region Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden
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- School of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK
- Department of Sleep Medicine, Southampton Children's Hospital, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, UK, Southampton, UK
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- Centre for Innovation in Mental Health, School of Psychology, University of Southampton Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences, Southampton, UK
- Solent NHS Trust; Division of Psychiatry and Applied Psychology, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- School of Medical Sciences, Örebro University, Orebro, Sweden
- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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Haycock J, Hoon E, Sweetman A, Lack L, Lovato N. The management of insomnia by Australian psychologists: a qualitative study. AUSTRALIAN PSYCHOLOGIST 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/00050067.2022.2089544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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- Jenny Haycock
- Adelaide Institute for Sleep Health, College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence, Flinders UniversityNational Centre for Sleep Health Services Research: A , Adelaide, Australia
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- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence, Flinders UniversityNational Centre for Sleep Health Services Research: A , Adelaide, Australia
- Discipline of General Practice, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- Adelaide Institute for Sleep Health, College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence, Flinders UniversityNational Centre for Sleep Health Services Research: A , Adelaide, Australia
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- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence, Flinders UniversityNational Centre for Sleep Health Services Research: A , Adelaide, Australia
- College of Education Psychology and Social Work, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
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- Adelaide Institute for Sleep Health, College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence, Flinders UniversityNational Centre for Sleep Health Services Research: A , Adelaide, Australia
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Scott AJ, Webb TL, Martyn-St James M, Rowse G, Weich S. Improving sleep quality leads to better mental health: A meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Sleep Med Rev 2021; 60:101556. [PMID: 34607184 PMCID: PMC8651630 DOI: 10.1016/j.smrv.2021.101556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 260] [Impact Index Per Article: 86.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2021] [Revised: 09/16/2021] [Accepted: 09/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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The extent to which sleep is causally related to mental health is unclear. One way to test the causal link is to evaluate the extent to which interventions that improve sleep quality also improve mental health. We conducted a meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials that reported the effects of an intervention that improved sleep on composite mental health, as well as on seven specific mental health difficulties. 65 trials comprising 72 interventions and N = 8608 participants were included. Improving sleep led to a significant medium-sized effect on composite mental health (g+ = -0.53), depression (g+ = -0.63), anxiety (g+ = -0.51), and rumination (g+ = -0.49), as well as significant small-to-medium sized effects on stress (g+ = -0.42), and finally small significant effects on positive psychosis symptoms (g+ = -0.26). We also found a dose response relationship, in that greater improvements in sleep quality led to greater improvements in mental health. Our findings suggest that sleep is causally related to the experience of mental health difficulties. Future research might consider how interventions that improve sleep could be incorporated into mental health services, as well as the mechanisms of action that explain how sleep exerts an effect on mental health.
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- Department of Psychology, The University of Sheffield, UK
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- Clinical Psychology Unit, Department of Psychology, The University of Sheffield, UK
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- School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR), The University of Sheffield, UK
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Zhou ES, Mazzenga M, Gordillo ML, Meltzer LJ, Long KA. Sleep Education and Training among Practicing Clinical Psychologists in the United States and Canada. Behav Sleep Med 2021; 19:744-753. [PMID: 33336599 DOI: 10.1080/15402002.2020.1860990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Introduction: Clinical psychologists often treat patients with a sleep disorder. Cognitive-behavioral treatments can independently, or in combination with medical interventions, effectively improve sleep health outcomes. No studies have examined sleep education and training among practicing clinical psychologists.Method: Actively practicing clinical psychologists were recruited through psychological associations' e-mail listservs across the United States and Canada. Respondents (N = 200) provided information about: 1) duration and format of formal sleep education and training; 2) perceived self-efficacy to evaluate and treat sleep disorders; and 3) interest in further sleep training.Results: Clinical psychologists reported a median of 10.0 hours of didactic sleep training (range 0-130 hours) across their training or career. Ninety-five percent reported no clinical sleep training during graduate school, internship, or post-doctoral fellowship. In terms of evaluation and treatment, 63.2% reported feeling at least "Moderately Prepared" to evaluate a patient's sleep and 59.5% felt at least "Moderately Prepared" to treat a common sleep disorder (insomnia disorder). However, most endorsed using insomnia disorder treatment approaches inconsistent with empirically supported guidelines. The vast majority (99.3%) desired additional sleep training across a variety of delivery formats.Discussion: Many clinical psychologists engaged in active patient care have received minimal formal sleep training. Despite this, they felt prepared to evaluate and treat sleep disorders. Their treatment recommendations were not aligned with evidence-based standards. This may result in a delay to, or absence of, effective treatment for patients, underscoring the critical need for sleep training among clinical psychologists. It is essential to improve sleep competencies for the field.
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- Eric S Zhou
- Division of Sleep Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.,Department of Psychosocial Oncology and Palliative Care, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA.,Perini Family Survivors' Center, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA.,Department of Neurology, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Boston University, Boston, MA
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- Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Boston University, Boston, MA
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- Department of Pediatrics, National Jewish Health, Denver, CO
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- Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Boston University, Boston, MA
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Ramar K, Malhotra RK, Carden KA, Martin JL, Abbasi-Feinberg F, Aurora RN, Kapur VK, Olson EJ, Rosen CL, Rowley JA, Shelgikar AV, Trotti LM. Sleep is essential to health: an American Academy of Sleep Medicine position statement. J Clin Sleep Med 2021; 17:2115-2119. [PMID: 34170250 PMCID: PMC8494094 DOI: 10.5664/jcsm.9476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 133] [Impact Index Per Article: 44.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2021] [Revised: 06/02/2021] [Accepted: 06/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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CITATION Sleep is a biological necessity, and insufficient sleep and untreated sleep disorders are detrimental for health, well-being, and public safety. Healthy People 2030 includes several sleep-related objectives with the goal to improve health, productivity, well-being, quality of life, and safety by helping people get enough sleep. In addition to adequate sleep duration, healthy sleep requires good quality, appropriate timing, regularity, and the absence of sleep disorders. It is the position of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) that sleep is essential to health. There is a significant need for greater emphasis on sleep health in education, clinical practice, inpatient and long-term care, public health promotion, and the workplace. More sleep and circadian research is needed to further elucidate the importance of sleep for public health and the contributions of insufficient sleep to health disparities. CITATION Ramar K, Malhotra RK, Carden KA, et al. Sleep is essential to health: an American Academy of Sleep Medicine position statement. J Clin Sleep Med. 2021;17(10):2115-2119.
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- Kannan Ramar
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Center for Sleep Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Sleep Medicine Center, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Saint Thomas Medical Partners - Sleep Specialists, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Veteran Affairs Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, North Hills, California
- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Medicine, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, New Jersey
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- Division of Pulmonary Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Center for Sleep Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Pediatrics, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
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- University of Michigan Sleep Disorders Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- Emory Sleep Center and Department of Neurology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
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Meaklim H, Rehm IC, Monfries M, Junge M, Meltzer LJ, Jackson ML. Wake up psychology! Postgraduate psychology students need more sleep and insomnia education. AUSTRALIAN PSYCHOLOGIST 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/00050067.2021.1955614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- Hailey Meaklim
- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, Australia
- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
- College of Health and Biomedicine, Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
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- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
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- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, Australia
- The Sleep Health Foundation, Blacktown, Australia
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- Department of Pediatrics, National Jewish Health, Denver, USA
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- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, Australia
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Sullivan DP, Bell C, Bonham MD, Boschen MJ, Martin PR. A retrospective chart review of adult insomnia and headaches in an Australian outpatient psychology training clinic: Prevalence and effects on psychological treatment response. CLIN PSYCHOL-UK 2021. [DOI: 10.1111/cp.12227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Daniel P. Sullivan
- School of Applied Psychology and Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Mount Gravatt, Queensland, Australia,
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- School of Applied Psychology and Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Mount Gravatt, Queensland, Australia,
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- School of Applied Psychology and Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Mount Gravatt, Queensland, Australia,
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- School of Applied Psychology and Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Mount Gravatt, Queensland, Australia,
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- School of Applied Psychology and Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Mount Gravatt, Queensland, Australia,
- Research School of Psychology, The Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia,
- Department of Psychiatry, Southern Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia,
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Lushington K, Biggs S, Martin AJ, Kennedy JD. Sleep disordered breathing in children: which symptoms do parents consider a problem? Sleep Med 2021; 81:33-41. [PMID: 33636542 DOI: 10.1016/j.sleep.2021.02.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2020] [Revised: 02/03/2021] [Accepted: 02/04/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE Parents tend to under-report symptoms suggestive of sleep disordered breathing (SDB) at medical consultation. It is thought that a contributing factor may be whether parents view SDB symptoms as a problem. The aim of the study was to examine to what extent parents view SDB symptoms as a problem in children recruited from the general community and especially in children who currently have symptoms suggestive of SDB. METHODS Parents of 1639 children aged 5-10 y attending middle school in South Australia completed a questionnaire which included demographics and assessed the frequency over the previous school week of 32 sleep habits including six SDB sleep habit items. The sample was restricted to typically developing children and excluded children with medical problems likely to impact SDB. The final sample included 1610 children without a prior diagnosis of SDB and 29 with a prior diagnosis and/or treatment of SDB. Parents were asked to rate children's sleep habits using a 4-pt scale (never, rarely, sometimes and usually) and if the sleep habit was perceived to be a problem (yes/no). Children who sometimes or usually reported a sleep habit item were labelled as symptomatic. RESULTS Parents of children with, compared to those without, a prior diagnosis of SDB, were more likely to report the presence of SDB symptoms which were more frequently viewed as a problem. In children without a prior diagnosis of SDB, parents of symptomatic children viewed most SDB symptoms as a problem ranging from 91% for apnoea, 63% snorted/gasped, 63% watched child breathing at night, 58% snored loudly, 49% snored to 32% breathing heavily at night. Additional analyses in the combined sample revealed that a prior diagnosis of SDB, gender, socioeconomic status and ethnicity were weak predictors of whether parents viewed SDB sleep symptoms as a problem. CONCLUSION In children with symptoms suggestive of SDB, most parents viewed most SDB symptoms as a problem especially apnoea. The high frequency is contrary to that expected given the under-reporting of SDB symptoms at medical consultation. This suggests that additional factors other than whether parents consider SDB symptoms as a problem might better explain the under-reporting of SDB symptoms at medical consultation. Given the important impact on child health and medical service provision, future studies examining the factors that prompt parents to discuss SDB symptoms at medical consultation are warranted.
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- Murdoch Children's Research Institute, Melbourne, Australia
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- University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia; Women's and Children's Hospital Adelaide, Australia
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- University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia; Women's and Children's Hospital Adelaide, Australia
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Meltzer LJ, Williamson AA, Mindell JA. Pediatric sleep health: It matters, and so does how we define it. Sleep Med Rev 2021; 57:101425. [PMID: 33601324 DOI: 10.1016/j.smrv.2021.101425] [Citation(s) in RCA: 111] [Impact Index Per Article: 37.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2020] [Revised: 10/12/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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In 2014, Buysse published a novel definition of sleep health, raising awareness for the importance of this construct for individuals, populations, clinical care, and research. However, the original definition focused on adults, with the recommendation that it should be adapted for children and adolescents. As children live within a complex and dynamic system, and may not always have control over their own sleep, this theoretical review will examine and apply Buysse's five dimensions of sleep health within the context of pediatrics. In addition, using examples from the pediatric sleep literature we introduce a modified definition that takes into consideration the influence of the socio-ecological system within which children live, and the sleep-related behaviors that are critical in supporting or hindering sleep health. Finally, we discuss how the proposed theoretical framework, Peds B-SATED, can be applied to clinical practice, research, and training in the field of pediatric sleep.
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- Sleep Center, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA; Center for Sleep and Circadian Neurobiology, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Sleep Center, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA; Department of Psychology, Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Tan-MacNeill KM, Smith IM, Jemcov A, Keeler L, Chorney J, Johnson S, Weiss SK, Begum EA, Brown CA, Constantin E, Godbout R, Hanlon-Dearman A, Ipsiroglu O, Reid GJ, Shea S, Corkum PV. Barriers and facilitators to treating insomnia in children with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disorders: Parent and health care professional perspectives. RESEARCH IN DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2020; 107:103792. [PMID: 33126148 DOI: 10.1016/j.ridd.2020.103792] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2020] [Revised: 09/22/2020] [Accepted: 10/05/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Insomnia is highly prevalent in children with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs), yet little research exists on sleep treatment access, utilization, and provision in this population. This study explores barriers and facilitators to access, use, and provision of treatment for sleep problems as experienced by parents of children with NDDs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Cerebral Palsy (CP) and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and health care professionals who work with children with these conditions. METHOD Transcripts from online focus groups and interviews, conducted separately with parents of children with NDDs (n = 43) and health care professionals (n = 44), were qualitatively analyzed using content analysis for key themes. RESULTS Barriers included limited access to/availability of treatment, lack of knowledge/training, NDD-specific factors (e.g., symptoms, medications, and comorbidities), parent factors (e.g., capacity to implement treatment, exhaustion), and the challenging, intensive nature of sleep treatment. Facilitators included positive beliefs and attitudes, education, support, and ability to modify treatments for NDD symptoms. Barriers and facilitators were similar across all four NDDs. CONCLUSIONS Results highlight a need for more education about sleep in NDDs and to develop accessible interventions, as well as the potential of a transdiagnostic approach to sleep treatment in this population.
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- Department of Psychology & Neuroscience, Dalhousie University, Canada; Department of Pediatrics, Dalhousie University, Canada; IWK Health Centre, Canada
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- Department of Psychology & Neuroscience, Dalhousie University, Canada
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- Department of Psychology & Neuroscience, Dalhousie University, Canada
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- Department of Psychology & Neuroscience, Dalhousie University, Canada; IWK Health Centre, Canada; Department of Anesthesia, Pain, and Perioperative Medicine, Dalhousie University, Canada; Centre for Pediatric Pain Research, IWK Health Centre, Canada
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- Department of Psychology & Neuroscience, Dalhousie University, Canada
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- Division of Neurology, Department of Paediatrics, University of Toronto, Canada
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- Department of Psychology & Neuroscience, Dalhousie University, Canada
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- Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Alberta, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, Université de Montréal, Canada
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- Department of Psychology, Western University, Canada; Department of Family Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, Canada; Department of Paediatrics, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, Canada; Children's Health Research Institute & Lawson Health Research Institute, Canada
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- Department of Pediatrics, Dalhousie University, Canada; IWK Health Centre, Canada
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- Department of Psychology & Neuroscience, Dalhousie University, Canada; IWK Health Centre, Canada; Department of Psychiatry, Dalhousie University, Canada.
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Meaklim H, Jackson ML, Bartlett D, Saini B, Falloon K, Junge M, Slater J, Rehm IC, Meltzer LJ. Sleep education for healthcare providers: Addressing deficient sleep in Australia and New Zealand. Sleep Health 2020; 6:636-650. [DOI: 10.1016/j.sleh.2020.01.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2019] [Revised: 01/15/2020] [Accepted: 01/18/2020] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Low T, Conduit R, Varma P, Meaklim H, Jackson ML. Treating subclinical and clinical symptoms of insomnia with a mindfulness-based smartphone application: A pilot study. Internet Interv 2020; 21:100335. [PMID: 32939342 PMCID: PMC7479350 DOI: 10.1016/j.invent.2020.100335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2020] [Revised: 06/08/2020] [Accepted: 06/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES Emerging research suggests that face-to-face group mindfulness-based therapies are an effective intervention for insomnia. This pilot study examined the effectiveness of a mindfulness-based smartphone application for improving objectively-measured sleep, self-reported sleep, insomnia severity, pre-sleep arousal and daytime mood. METHOD A community sample of 23 adults with subclinical to moderately severe symptoms of insomnia were randomized to either a mindfulness or progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) smartphone application for 40 or 60 days. Objective sleep outcomes assessed using actigraphy, and self-report measures of total wake time, cognitive and somatic pre-sleep arousal, and daytime positive and negative affect were assessed for 14 nights at baseline and post-intervention. Insomnia severity was recorded at baseline and post-intervention. RESULTS A greater reduction in sleep onset latency was observed in the mindfulness group over time, relative to the PMR group. The mindfulness group also reported medium effect size improvements for sleep efficiency. No significant interaction effects were found for self-reported sleep measures, however, main effects of time were found for both groups for total wake time, insomnia severity, cognitive pre-sleep arousal, and daytime positive and negative affect. CONCLUSIONS These preliminary findings suggest that both mindfulness and PMR smartphone applications have the potential to improve symptoms of insomnia. In particular, this mindfulness-based smartphone application may improve sleep onset latency and reduce the duration of night-awakenings. Further research exploring digital therapeutics as a self-help option for those with insomnia is needed.
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Key Words
- ANOVA, analysis of variance
- ISI, Insomnia Severity Index
- MBSR, mindfulness-based stress reduction
- Mindfulness
- NA, negative affect
- PA, positive affect
- PMR, progressive muscle relaxation
- PSAS (Cog), cognitive subscale of Pre-Sleep Arousal Scale
- PSAS (Som), somatic subscale of Pre-Sleep Arousal Scale
- PSAS, Pre-Sleep Arousal Scale
- Pre-sleep arousal
- Progressive muscle relaxation
- SFI, sleep fragmentation index
- SOL, sleep onset latency
- Sleep
- Smartphone applications
- TIB, time in bed
- TST, total sleep time
- TWT, total wake time
- WASO, wake after sleep onset
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- Tiffany Low
- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
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- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
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- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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Zuckerman SE, Weisberg RB, Silberbogen AK, Topor DR. A National Survey on Didactic Curricula in Psychology Internship Training Programs. TRAINING AND EDUCATION IN PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY 2020; 13. [PMID: 32431762 DOI: 10.1037/tep0000279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Didactic curricula in psychology doctoral internship training programs in health service psychology are important components of the training experience. However, the nature of didactic curricula, including how they are developed and implemented, is not well understood. The purpose of this study was to describe characteristics of didactic programs, better understand their development, and identify barriers to implementation. This study surveyed psychology doctoral internship program directors about didactic training in their programs. A total of 122 internship directors consented to participate. On average, internship didactics were held for 11 hr per month, during regular work-day hours, and on a weekly basis. Internal faculty members were the most common didactic speakers. Didactic curricula were typically developed to meet profession-wide competencies as established by the accrediting body, the American Psychological Association. Identified barriers to didactic program development and implementation included lack of protected release time for faculty and trainees, presenter- and facility-related challenges, and difficulty addressing learner needs. Ideas for future research in this area are suggested.
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- VA Boston Healthcare System and Boston University School of Medicine
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- VA Boston Healthcare System and Boston University School of Medicine
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- VA Boston Healthcare System and Harvard Medical School
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Gruber R, Somerville G, Santisteban JA. Using Parental Report to Identify Children at Risk for Poor Sleep and Daytime Problems. Behav Sleep Med 2020; 18:460-476. [PMID: 31092006 DOI: 10.1080/15402002.2019.1613236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine objective sleep patterns and the daytime behavioral, emotional and academic functioning of school-age children above and below the clinical cutoff score for the Child Sleep Habits Questionnaire (CSHQ), which is a parental-report-based measure of sleep disturbances. PARTICIPANTS 48 boys and 74 girls aged 7-11 years. METHODS Participants' sleep was assessed in their home environment using a miniature actigraph (AW-64 series; Mini-Mitter, Sunriver, OR, USA) for five consecutive weeknights. The parents provided their child's report card and completed a battery of questionnaires that included the CSHQ, the Child Behavior Checklist, a demographic questionnaire and a health questionnaire. RESULTS Children that were above the cutoff score of the CSHQ had later objectively measured sleep schedule, were less likely to obtain the recommended amount of sleep for their age, had higher levels of internalizing and externalizing symptoms and a higher prevalence of clinical levels of externalizing and internalizing problems, had lower grades in English and French as a Second Language, and were more likely to fail these subjects. Discriminant analysis revealed that information from the objective sleep and emotional/behavioral and academic measures could significantly discriminate between those with or without parent-reported sleep disturbance. CONCLUSION Parental reports of sleep disturbances can be used to identify children at increased risk for sleep, emotional, behavioral and academic problems. Such questionnaires should be incorporated into clinical practice and school-based evaluations with the goal of identifying undiagnosed children who might be at risk for poor adjustment related to night- and daytime difficulties.
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- Reut Gruber
- Attention, Behavior and Sleep Laboratory, Douglas Hospital Research Centre , Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Department of Psychiatry, McGill University , Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Attention, Behavior and Sleep Laboratory, Douglas Hospital Research Centre , Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Department of Psychiatry, McGill University , Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Gibson R, Gander P. Factors associated with the sleep of carers: A survey of New Zealanders supporting a family member with cognitive impairment or dementia. DEMENTIA 2020; 20:919-935. [PMID: 32228061 DOI: 10.1177/1471301220915071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Sleep is important for healthy ageing. Data are limited concerning the sleep and health of New Zealand families affected by cognitive impairment or dementia. This postal survey asked about the sleep of 526 family carers and explored predictors of, and outcomes associated with poorer sleep. Linear and binominal logistic regression were used to identify independent predictors and outcomes of carers' sleep status. Using the Insomnia Severity Index, 23.5% of carers scored in the moderate-severe range and 43.0% in the mild range for sleep disturbance. More than a quarter indicated that their family member had difficulties falling asleep, getting up during the night, or waking too early. Over half of care recipients were considered to sleep too much during the day. Independent predictors for carers' reporting greater sleep disturbance included being female, caregiving at night, poorer self-rated health, and the care recipient having more disturbed sleep. Moderate-severe sleep disturbance was independently associated with poorer self-rated health and living standards, use of sleeping medications, as well as considering transitioning their family member into formal care within the year. These findings have implications for the wellbeing and trajectory of family carers as well as for health and aged care services.
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- Rosemary Gibson
- Sleep/Wake Research Centre, Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand
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- Sleep/Wake Research Centre, Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand
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Short NA, Schmidt NB. Developing and Testing a Novel, Computerized Insomnia and Anxiety Intervention to Reduce Safety Aids Among an at-Risk Student Sample: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Behav Ther 2020; 51:149-161. [PMID: 32005332 DOI: 10.1016/j.beth.2019.05.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2018] [Revised: 05/21/2019] [Accepted: 05/24/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Anxiety and insomnia disorders are two of the most common and costly mental health conditions. They are frequently comorbid, but current treatments do not target both. To streamline treatment, we developed a computerized intervention targeting a transdiagnostic factor, safety aids (cognitive or behavioral strategies used to cope with distress that paradoxically exacerbate symptoms). We conducted a randomized controlled trial to determine the acceptability and efficacy of this brief one-session intervention. Young adult undergraduates (N = 61) with elevated subclinical anxiety and insomnia were randomized to receive the anxiety-insomnia intervention or a physical health control condition. Participants were followed for 1 month and completed self-report measures. Analyses indicated that participants found the intervention acceptable, credible, and engaging. Analyses revealed the active intervention reduced sleep- and anxiety-related safety aids, with medium to large effect sizes. Findings suggest that targeting safety aids for anxiety and insomnia is acceptable and effective in reducing the target mechanism, safety aids, as well as worry. Future research should replicate these findings within a clinical sample and with a longer-term follow-up.
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- Nicole A Short
- Florida State University; Medical University of South Carolina
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Prichard JR. Sleep Predicts Collegiate Academic Performance: Implications for Equity in Student Retention and Success. Sleep Med Clin 2019; 15:59-69. [PMID: 32005350 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsmc.2019.10.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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College students show high levels of insufficient sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, sleep schedule irregularity, poor sleep quality, and inadequate sleep hygiene. This article describes the evidence linking poor sleep with impaired academic performance; discusses mediating environmental, behavioral, and demographic factors that correlate with sleep; and highlights examples of successful health promotion initiatives on college campuses. Given that students who are traditionally minoritized on college campuses tend to have worse sleep, improving sleep health emerges as an important issue for retention, equity, and inclusion.
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- J Roxanne Prichard
- University of St. Thomas, 2115 Summit Avenue, JRC LL56, St Paul, MN 55105, USA.
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Ricketts EJ, Rozenman M, Snorrason Í, Pérez JB, Peng MG, Kim J, Piacentini J. Confirmatory factor analysis of the SLEEP-50 Questionnaire in Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder) and Excoriation (Skin-Picking) Disorder. Psychiatry Res 2019; 273:197-205. [PMID: 30654305 PMCID: PMC6561822 DOI: 10.1016/j.psychres.2019.01.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2018] [Revised: 12/17/2018] [Accepted: 01/05/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The study objective was to perform a confirmatory factor analysis of the SLEEP-50 Questionnaire (SLEEP-50) in Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder) and Excoriation (Skin-Picking) Disorder and compare sleep complaints in adults with Trichotillomania, Excoriation Disorder and non-affected controls. Participants were 234 adults with Trichotillomania, 170 with Excoriation Disorder, and 146 non-affected controls. Participants rated sleep using the SLEEP-50 and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Confirmatory factor analysis was used to assess fit of the originally-proposed SLEEP-50 factors within Trichotillomania and Excoriation Disorder. Findings revealed acceptable to good fit of the original factors. Internal consistency was excellent in Trichotillomania and good in Excoriation Disorder for the total score and poor to good for subscales. Convergent validity was strong for the total and weak to strong for subscales in both groups. Findings suggest greater sleep complaints in Trichotillomania and Excoriation Disorder than in the general population. Trichotillomania and Excoriation Disorder groups reported greater rates of sleep apnea, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome/periodic limb movement disorder, circadian rhythms sleep disorder, and sleep-related affective disorder relative to controls. There were no significant differences for insomnia, sleep state misperception, sleepwalking, nightmares, or hypersomnia. Results underscore the importance of clinical assessment of sleep disorders in Trichotillomania and Excoriation Disorder.
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- Emily J Ricketts
- Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
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- Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA; Department of Psychology, University of Denver, Denver, CO, USA
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- Division of Clinical Therapeutics, New York State Psychiatric Institute, New York, NY, USA; Department of Psychiatry, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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The Effect of Lavender Oil Application via Inhalation Pathway on Hemodialysis Patients' Anxiety Level and Sleep Quality. Holist Nurs Pract 2018; 32:324-335. [PMID: 30320657 DOI: 10.1097/hnp.0000000000000292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Sleep and anxiety problems occur in hemodialysis (HD) patients due to physical symptoms, lifestyle changes, and psychosocial changes. To remove these sleep and anxiety problems, lavender oil inhalation is one of the nonpharmacological treatment options with less adverse effects than pharmacological methods. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of lavender oil application via inhalation pathway on HD patients' anxiety level and sleep quality. The study was conducted with 34 HD patients who have been on HD treatment at 2 dialysis centers. The patients of the intervention group (n = 17) were told to drip 2 drops into the box and to place it 15 to 20 cm away from the pillow, 30 minutes before going to bed for 1 week. Control group (n = 17) received no intervention. Data were collected with questionnaire form, Visual Analog Scale, and Hamilton Anxiety Assessment Scale with a face-to-face interview. Subjective sleep quality of the intervention group was higher than that of control group, mean Visual Analog Scale daytime sleepiness score declined (P < .05), and mean score of sleep duration increased (P < .001) in the intervention group. However, the differences of mean score of time for falling asleep between the 2 groups were not different. The mean score of total and subdimensions of Hamilton Anxiety Assessment Scale of intervention group and control group was significantly different (P < .001). These study results provide new promising information about the effect of lavender inhalation on sleep problems and anxiety and these have made significant contributions to nursing, especially for dialysis nurses.
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Assessment and treatment of pediatric behavioral sleep disorders in Canada. Sleep Med 2018; 56:29-37. [PMID: 30555028 DOI: 10.1016/j.sleep.2018.11.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2018] [Revised: 11/14/2018] [Accepted: 11/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVES/BACKGROUND This paper outlines the current state of Canadian training, clinical services, research, and advocacy initiatives related to non-respiratory sleep disorders, with a specific focus on insomnia, the most common sleep problem in children. METHODS Information for this narrative review was collected from peer-reviewed publications, web-resources, and personal communications and experiences. RESULTS It is estimated that approximately one-third of Canadian children and youth present with insomnia, and that this is impacting their physical and mental health, as well as learning in school. Training in pediatric sleep is limited and highly inconsistent within and across disciplines. While there are some publicly and privately funded pediatric sleep services available, these are mostly focused on respiratory sleep problems and are not equally accessible across the country. CONCLUSIONS Pediatric assessment and treatment services for non-respiratory sleep disorders needs to be more integrated into the Canadian health care system.
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Verschuren O, Gorter JW, Pritchard-Wiart L. Sleep: An underemphasized aspect of health and development in neurorehabilitation. Early Hum Dev 2017; 113:120-128. [PMID: 28711232 DOI: 10.1016/j.earlhumdev.2017.07.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Sleep deficiency has unique causes and implications for children with neonatal brain injury; contributing to the development or exacerbation of neurodevelopmental impairments and yet it is an underemphasized aspect of health and development. There is very little research evidence to guide the management of sleep disorders in children with cerebral palsy, a common neurodevelopmental disability of childhood. This paper is a comprehensive review and analysis of the literature regarding what is known about sleep quantity and quality in children with cerebral palsy. The specific implications for children with cerebral palsy are explored including the adverse effects of sleep deficiency on general child development, physical health and growth, and mental functioning. The consequences for the family are also discussed. Finally, the assessment and management of sleep problems are summarized to provide guidance to clinicians who work in neurodevelopmental medicine.
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- Olaf Verschuren
- Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, University Medical Center Utrecht, Rembrandtkade 10, 3583TM Utrecht, The Netherlands.
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- CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, Department of Pediatrics, McMaster University, Hamilton L8S 1C7, Canada.
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada; Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
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Stores G. Multifactorial Influences, Including Comorbidities, Contributing to Sleep Disturbance in Children with a Neurodevelopmental Disorder. CNS Neurosci Ther 2016; 22:875-879. [PMID: 27283112 PMCID: PMC6492787 DOI: 10.1111/cns.12574] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2016] [Revised: 04/11/2016] [Accepted: 05/08/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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The term neurodevelopmental disorder (NDD) implies an impairment of the growth and development of the CNS caused by genetic, metabolic, toxic, or traumatic factors. Childhood neuropsychiatric disorder is a subset of NDD. Sleep disturbance is reported in many children with NDD although the details of this association, including extent and types of sleep disturbance, etiology, and assessment and treatment issues, need to be clarified by further research. This review considers the nature of sleep disturbance in NDD. Emphasis is placed on sleep disorders (i.e., the specific conditions that cause sleep problems) of which many are now recognized in the International Classification of Sleep Disorders (ICSD-3), and also intrinsic pathophysiological factors, physical and psychiatric comorbidities, and pharmacological and parental influences, which might contribute to the sleep disorders in children with NDD. The implications of this complexity for assessment and treatment in such children are then discussed. Appropriate treatment based on precise diagnosis of the causes of sleep disturbance is required to mitigate the harmful developmental effects of disordered sleep on children with NDD and their families.
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- Gregory Stores
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
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Stores G. Commentary: Thinking outside the box about children's sleep--a commentary on Gregory and Sadeh (2016). J Child Psychol Psychiatry 2016; 57:318-20. [PMID: 26889894 DOI: 10.1111/jcpp.12542] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/02/2016] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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This commentary is intended to supplement the accompanying review of sleep problems in childhood psychiatric disorders by Gregory and Sadeh. A number of considerations are outlined because of their relevance to both clinical practice and research concerning assessment and treatment of sleep disturbance in children in general and especially those with psychiatric and/or neurological conditions. These considerations (which illustrate the importance of combined medical and psychological involvement) are as follows: the importance of screening for sleep disturbance which otherwise may well be overlooked; the need to specify sleep disorders rather than simply nonspecific sleep problems as this will guide choice of appropriate advice and treatment; the risk of sleep disorders being misdiagnosed because of clinicians' unfamiliarity with the sleep disorders field; the possibility that a child's sleep disturbance is of multiple aetiology; a wide range of treatments for disturbed sleep is now described from which a choice is possible given an accurate diagnosis; sleep problems may be intensified if a child's condition is complicated by intellectual disability but the same principles of assessment and management apply as in other children in the expectation that treatment can be effective.
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- Gregory Stores
- Emeritus Professor of Developmental Neuropsychiatry, Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, UK
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Boerner KE, Coulombe JA, Corkum P. Core competencies for health professionals' training in pediatric behavioral sleep care: a Delphi study. Behav Sleep Med 2015; 13:265-84. [PMID: 24628091 DOI: 10.1080/15402002.2013.874348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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The need to train non-sleep-specialist health professionals in evidence-based pediatric behavioral sleep care is well established. The objective of the present study was to develop a list of core competencies for training health professionals in assisting families of 1- to 10-year old children with behavioral insomnia of childhood. A modified Delphi methodology was employed, involving iterative rounds of surveys that were administered to 46 experts to obtain consensus on a core competency list. The final list captured areas relevant to the identification and treatment of pediatric behavioral sleep problems. This work has the potential to contribute to the development of training materials to prepare non-sleep-specialist health professionals to identify and treat pediatric behavioral sleep problems, ideally within stepped-care frameworks.
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Boerner KE, Coulombe JA, Corkum P. Barriers and facilitators of evidence-based practice in pediatric behavioral sleep care: qualitative analysis of the perspectives of health professionals. Behav Sleep Med 2015; 13:36-51. [PMID: 24364693 DOI: 10.1080/15402002.2013.838766] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Behavioral sleep problems are highly prevalent among young and school-aged children. Despite strong evidence for effective interventions, few children receive evidence-based care. In this study, 124 Canadian health professionals answered open-ended questions regarding barriers and facilitators of their provision of evidence-based behavioral sleep-related care, and responses were analyzed for content. Responses represented issues at an individual practice level, as well as broader systemic issues. The most frequently reported barrier and facilitator related to knowledge, training, and education. Other barriers included lack of time and institutional support, and facilitators included supportive sleep attitudes and beliefs. This study may inform the design of education programs for health professionals, and provides support for broader systems-level initiatives targeted at increasing evidence-based practice.
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Becker SP. External validity of children's self-reported sleep functioning: associations with academic, social, and behavioral adjustment. Sleep Med 2014; 15:1094-100. [DOI: 10.1016/j.sleep.2014.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2014] [Revised: 05/30/2014] [Accepted: 06/02/2014] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Kallestad H, Hansen B, Langsrud K, Ruud T, Morken G, Stiles TC, Gråwe RW. Differences between patients' and clinicians' report of sleep disturbance: a field study in mental health care in Norway. BMC Psychiatry 2011; 11:186. [PMID: 22112049 PMCID: PMC3231868 DOI: 10.1186/1471-244x-11-186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2011] [Accepted: 11/23/2011] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The aims of the study was to assess the prevalence of diagnosed insomnia and the agreement between patient- and clinician-reported sleep disturbance and use of prescribed hypnotic medication in patients in treatment for mental disorders. METHODS We used three cross-sectional, multicenter data-sets from 2002, 2005, and 2008. Data-set 1 included diagnostic codes from 93% of all patients receiving treatment in mental health care in Norway (N = 40261). Data-sets 2 (N = 1065) and 3 (N = 1181) included diagnostic codes, patient- and clinician-reported sleep disturbance, and use of prescribed hypnotic medication from patients in 8 mental health care centers covering 10% of the Norwegian population. RESULTS 34 patients in data-set 1 and none in data-sets 2 and 3 had a diagnosis of insomnia as a primary or comorbid diagnosis. In data-sets 2 and 3, 42% and 40% of the patients reported sleep disturbance, whereas 24% and 13% had clinician-reported sleep disturbance, and 7% and 9% used hypnotics. Patients and clinicians agreed in 29% and 15% of the cases where the patient or the clinician or both had reported sleep disturbance. Positive predictive value (PPV) of clinicians' evaluations of patient sleep disturbance was 62% and 53%. When the patient reported sleep disturbance as one of their most prominent problems PPV was 36% and 37%. Of the patients who received hypnotic medication, 23% and 29% had neither patient nor clinician-rated sleep disturbance. CONCLUSION When patients meet the criteria for a mental disorder, insomnia is almost never diagnosed, and sleep disturbance is imprecisely recognized relative to the patients' experience of sleep disturbance.
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- Håvard Kallestad
- Division of Psychiatry, Department of Research and Development, St Olav's University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway.
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- Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neuroscience. Trondheim, Norway,St. Olav's University Hospital, Division of Psychiatry, Department of Østmarka. Trondheim, Norway
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- Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neuroscience. Trondheim, Norway,St. Olav's University Hospital, Division of Psychiatry, Department of Østmarka. Trondheim, Norway
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- Akershus University Hospital, Division of Mental Health Services. Norway,University of Oslo, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Clinical Medicine. Oslo, Norway
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- Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neuroscience. Trondheim, Norway
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- Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Social Sciences and Technology Management, Department of Psychology. Trondheim, Norway
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- University of Oslo, Institute of Clinical Medicine, Norwegian Centre for Addiction Research, Oslo, Norway,Drug and Alcohol Treatment Health Trust Central Norway. Department of Research and Development, Trondheim, Norway
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Beebe DW. A brief primer on sleep for pediatric and child clinical neuropsychologists. Child Neuropsychol 2011; 18:313-38. [PMID: 21954988 DOI: 10.1080/09297049.2011.602014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Sleep problems are common in the children seen by pediatric and child clinical neuropsychologists, and these problems have the potential to significantly impact the child and his or her family. All are treatable to some degree, and some respond extremely well to existing treatments. This article provides a brief overview of the impact, nature, screening, and treatment for childhood sleep problems, with a particular emphasis on issues relevant to practicing neuropsychologists.
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- Dean W Beebe
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH 45229, USA.
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SCHRECK KIMBERLYA, RICHDALE AMANDAL. Knowledge of childhood sleep: a possible variable in under or misdiagnosis of childhood sleep problems. J Sleep Res 2011; 20:589-97. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2869.2011.00922.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND The increasing prevalence of dementia will precipitate a significant burden in terms of the costs of caring for people with dementia over the next 30 years; sleep disturbances in dementia are an important factor contributing to this burden. METHODS We reviewed sleep disturbances in people with dementia and their carers and describe the various diagnostic, assessment and treatment strategies available to physicians in the management of this clinically significant problem. RESULTS Sleep disturbances in people with dementia and their carers (i) are highly prevalent; (ii) impact significantly on quality of life of both people with dementia and their carers; (iii) increase the rate of cognitive decline; and (iv) accelerate the breakdown of community-based care. The training of physicians in the assessment and treatment of sleep disturbances in dementia and caregiving is scant despite a wide range of assessment strategies and treatment approaches, which comprise both pharmacological (including hypnotic/sedative medications) and non-pharmacological approaches (including: environmental; psychobehavioral; exercise and activity; and multi-component interventions). Specific diagnostic criteria for sleep disturbances in people with dementia and their carers remain lacking despite established criteria for general insomnia. Further to this, proposed changes to diagnostic criteria for DSM-V do not include a specific focus for the diagnosis and management of sleep disturbances in people with dementia or their carers. CONCLUSIONS This review suggests that the improved training of physicians to meet the needs of these vulnerable groups of older people is a priority, especially in the context of a rapidly increasing demand for accurate, early diagnosis and efficient management of sleep disturbance in these groups.
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Gradinger F, Boldt C, Högl B, Cieza A. Part 2. Identification of problems in functioning of persons with sleep disorders from the health professional perspective using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) as a reference: A worldwide expert survey. Sleep Med 2011; 12:97-101. [DOI: 10.1016/j.sleep.2010.08.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2010] [Revised: 08/13/2010] [Accepted: 08/30/2010] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Gradinger F, Glässel A, Gugger M, Cieza A, Braun N, Khatami R, Schmitt W, Mathis J. Identification of problems in functioning of people with sleep disorders in a clinical setting using the International Classification of Functioning Disability and Health (ICF) Checklist. J Sleep Res 2010; 20:445-53. [PMID: 20887394 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2869.2010.00888.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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We conducted an explorative, cross-sectional, multi-centre study in order to identify the most common problems of people with any kind of (primary) sleep disorder in a clinical setting using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) as a frame of reference. Data were collected from patients using a structured face-to-face interview of 45-60 min duration. A case record form for health professionals containing the extended ICF Checklist, sociodemographic variables and disease-specific variables was used. The study centres collected data of 99 individuals with sleep disorders. The identified categories include 48 (32%) for body functions, 13 (9%) body structures, 55 (37%) activities and participation and 32 (22%) for environmental factors. 'Sleep functions' (100%) and 'energy and drive functions', respectively, (85%) were the most severely impaired second-level categories of body functions followed by 'attention functions' (78%) and 'temperament and personality functions' (77%). With regard to the component activities and participation, patients felt most restricted in the categories of 'watching' (e.g. TV) (82%), 'recreation and leisure' (75%) and 'carrying out daily routine' (74%). Within the component environmental factors the categories 'support of immediate family', 'health services, systems and policies' and 'products or substances for personal consumption [medication]' were the most important facilitators; 'time-related changes', 'light' and 'climate' were the most important barriers. The study identified a large variety of functional problems reflecting the complexity of sleep disorders. The ICF has the potential to provide a comprehensive framework for the description of functional health in individuals with sleep disorders in a clinical setting.
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- Felix Gradinger
- ICF Research Branch of the WHO Collaborating Center for the Family of International Classifications in German at Swiss Paraplegic Research, Guido A. Zäch Institute, Nottwil, Switzerland.
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Kessler R. Across the great divide: introduction to the special issue on psychology in medicine. J Clin Psychol 2009; 65:231-4. [PMID: 19165874 DOI: 10.1002/jclp.20576] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Health psychology has made limited progress becoming an accepted part of mainstream medical research and practice. Although abundant efficacy research has generated considerable evidence-based interventions that are effective primary medical interventions or adjuncts to other medical treatments, evidence of acceptance within medicine and especially primary care is meager. This special edition of the Journal of Clinical Psychology is an effort to assist movement in this area. It is a combination of commentaries concerning aspects of clinical collaboration within primary care, a discussion of issues that are barriers to implementation, and a wide range of research efforts supporting models of collaborative interventions between health psychology and primary care. It also identifies mechanisms that may account for the effectiveness of certain types of interventions. Taken as a whole the volume supports the importance and viability of clinical health psychology research and practice in an area of fundamental importance--the general health of patients in medical settings--the location where most people present psychological problems and receive treatment in response.
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- Rodger Kessler
- Department of Family Medicine, University of Vermont College of Medicine, USA.
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