Sleep Disorders Medical Reference
- Sleep Problems: Diagnosis and Treatments Explained
Get the basics from WebMD on detecting and treating sleep problems.
- Understanding Sleep Problems -- The Basics
Learn more from WebMD about the types and causes of various sleep problems.
- Understanding Snoring -- Diagnosis and Treatment
Get the basics on snoring treatments from the experts at WebMD.
- Understanding Snoring -- Prevention
Learn more from WebMD on preventing snoring -- and getting a better night's sleep.
- Alternative Treatments for Insomnia
Alternative therapies for insomnia range from diet and exercise to mental conditioning and herbs. Learn more from WebMD about nondrug remedies for getting to sleep and staying asleep.
- Do You Grind Your Teeth During Sleep?
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, can damage tooth enamel and dental work. Learn more from WebMD about this common sleep disorder.
- Night Terrors Symptoms
Is your child having night terrors? WebMD tells you which symptoms to look for.
- Diagnosing REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
Learn about the exams and tests used to diagnose REM sleep behavior disorder.
- Tips for Bedwetting Prevention
WebMD offers tips for bedwetting prevention and advice for helping your child cope.
- Sleep Disorders and Treatment for Sleepwalking
Can sleepwalking be treated? WebMD tells you about options such as medication, lifestyle, and relaxation techniques.
- Insomnia Symptoms
Learn more from WebMD about the signs and symptoms of insomnia.
- Drugs to Treat Bed-Wetting
Learn about medications used to treat childhood bed-wetting.
- Insomnia
WebMD explains the symptoms and causes of insomnia, and offers tips for getting a good night's sleep.
- Teeth Grinding and Sleep (Sleep Bruxism)
Grinding and clenching teeth during sleep is very common. Find out why and what you can do about it.
- Keeping a Sleep Diary
Keeping a diary of your sleep and wake habits can help your doctor figure out why you're not sleeping well.
- REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
What is REM sleep behavior disorder, or RBD? Learn more about the symptoms, causes, and risk factors for this sleep disorder.
- Sleep Disorders: When Bedwetting Suggests a Problem
When bedwetting is accompanied by other symptoms, a medical or psychological problem may be to blame. WebMD explains.
- Sleep Disorders and Snoring Treatment
WebMD tells you about various treatments and surgeries to prevent and cure snoring.
- Sleep Disorders and Hypersomnia Treatment
WebMD explains various treatments for hypersomnia, or excessive sleepiness.
- REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: What You Can Do
Because persons with REM sleep behavior disorder have a risk of injuring themselves and their sleep partners, safety of the sleeping environment is very important. Here are some tips.