Sleep Disorders: Elements, History, Examples, and Research
- ISBN-10
- 1440864454
- ISBN-13
- 9781440864452
- Series
- Sleep Disorders
- Pages
- 210
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2019-09-30
- Publisher
- Praeger
- Authors
- Gina Graci, Kathleen J. Sexton-Radek
Description
This sourcebook presents the history of sleep disorders from restless legs to insomnia to night terrors, alongside emerging research, illustrations of sleep disorders in society, and treatments. * Integrates current and emerging theory and research * Includes a glossary of terms to ensure that readers fully understand the information contained in the entries * Illustrates the disorders in society, at work, and in relationships in "Up Close" case studies * Discusses treatments for sleep disorders * Lists additional resources such as websites and organizations for further study
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