EXPERIENCING ISSUES WITH
Sleep disorder symptoms?
Sleep disorders are common — affecting over 50 million Americans and are closely linked with behavioral health issues. Not getting enough sleep can significantly impact your mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Need immediate help?
If you or someone you know is in danger of hurting themselves or someone else — or if there’s any type of health emergency — please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
How sleep disorder symptoms might show up
While Rosecrance does diagnose and directly treat sleep disorders, we can help with symptoms associated with sleep disorders.
The behavioral health symptoms associated with sleep disorders can include irritability, difficulty concentrating, and mood changes.
Lack of sleep or long-term issues with sleeping can also cause someone to make risky decisions or engage in risky behaviors such as using drugs and alcohol or driving under the influence. Sleep disorders also can cause issues in relationships with family and friends and even increase risks for suicide.
Need immediate help?
If you or someone you know is in danger of hurting themselves or someone else — or if there’s any type of health emergency — please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Therapy using treatment methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can helps you identify and change negative thoughts and behaviors that contribute to sleep problems. It also focuses on relaxation techniques and developing healthy sleep habits.
Addressing underlying mental health issues such as anxiety or depression through therapy and medication management can also help with sleep disorders, as well as practicing good sleep hygiene (such as a regular sleep schedule) and relaxation techniques.
Frequently asked questions about sleep disorder symptoms
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Sleep disorders can make it difficult to interact with others and maintain social relationships. Chronic sleep problems can leave you feeling drained and irritable, making it harder to be patient and understanding with others.
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The relationship between sleep disorders and behavioral health symptoms is complex. One can cause the other and vice versa. Lack of sleep can make it difficult to regulate emotions and can lead to depression and anxiety. On the other hand, behavioral health conditions can also lead to sleep problems. For example, people with depression often have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. People with sleep disorders also face increased risks of suicide. Sleep problems can exacerbate feelings of hopelessness and despair, which are risk factors for suicide.