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What are the two primary criteria for diagnosing Insomnia Disorder?

  • A history of sleepwalking and excessive daytime sleepiness
  • Frequent nightmares and a preference for daytime napping
  • Dissatisfaction with sleep quantity and causes clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, educational, behavioural areas (correct)
  • Regular use of over-the-counter sleep medications and dissatisfaction with sleep quantity

    • Which of the following is NOT one of the specific types of insomnia mentioned?

  • Frequent night sweats (correct)
  • Frequent or long awakenings (maintenance insomnia)
  • Difficulty falling asleep (onset insomnia)
  • Early-morning awakening with inability to return to sleep (late insomnia)

    • What is the specific sleep difficulty in Late Insomnia?

  • Experiencing vivid nightmares
  • Waking up very early in the morning with inability to return to sleep (correct)
  • Frequent awakenings during the night
  • Difficulty falling asleep at the beginning of the night

    • What is Mixed Insomnia characterized by?

    <p>b. A combination of the other types of insomnia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of insomnia is characterized by frequent or long awakenings during the night?

    <p>b. Maintenance Insomnia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the specific sleep difficulty in Onset Insomnia?

    <p>b. Difficulty falling asleep at the beginning of the night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To meet the diagnostic criteria for Insomnia Disorder, the sleep difficulties must occur at least how many nights per week?

    <p>At least 3 nights per week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the duration of episodic Insomnia Disorder?

    <p>c. Present for 1-3 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration that characterizes persistent insomnia?

    <p>b. Sleep difficulties present for at least three months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific criteria are used to diagnose persistent insomnia?

    <p>c. Occurs despite adequate opportunity for sleep and not better explained by another disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of individuals in the general population have insomnia symptoms?

    <p>d. 30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Among individuals with insomnia symptoms, what percentage actually meet the diagnostic criteria for insomnia disorder?

    <p>b. 10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is insomnia more common in women or men, and if so, what is the approximate ratio?

    <p>b. More common in women, nearly 2:1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is associated with an increased prevalence of insomnia?

    <p>Chronic illness, psychiatric conditions and stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prevalence of insomnia likely to do with age in both men and women?

    <p>Increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of individuals with insomnia are likely to have a comorbid condition?

    <p>75%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Among the treatment-seeking psychiatric population, what percentage is affected by insomnia, with depression being the most common comorbidity?

    <p>c. 50-80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the potential consequences of untreated insomnia?

    <p>c. Increased absenteeism, impaired quality of life, and higher healthcare usage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to replicated findings, how does untreated insomnia impact the risk of developing certain psychiatric disorders?

    <p>c. It significantly increases the risk of developing depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, and substance misuse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of insomnia in bipolar disorder and schizophrenia?

    <p>c. It precedes and may be a warning sign of mania in bipolar disorder and psychosis in schizophrenia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) impact depressed patients?

    <p>c. It leads to improvement in depression and a more rapid antidepressant response.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What benefits can be associated with treating insomnia according to the provided information?

    <p>c. It can prevent relapse of depression, psychosis, manic phases of bipolar disorder, and improve anxiety disorders and quality of life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is considered the most common in the DSM-5 (DSMV)?

    <p>Insomnia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to recent research, what is the suggested stronger relationship between insomnia and psychiatric disturbance?

    <p>Insomnia causing psychiatric disturbance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the current status of 'Insomnia Disorder' according to the information?

    <p>It requires independent clinical attention, regardless of other medical problems that may be present.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is suggested to maintain 'Insomnia Disorder' based on recent research?

    <p>b. Cognitive and behavioral processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an 'allostatic overload' mean in relation to insomnia?

    <p>c. An impairment to the brain's neuroplasticity and neural stress pathways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested about the role of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in the treatment of insomnia?

    <p>c. CBT plays an important neuroprotective role in insomnia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common treatment for insomnia according to the information?

    <p>Medication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is the benefit of pharmacotherapy for insomnia in terms of neuroprotection well-established?

    <p>No, the benefit of pharmacotherapy for neuroprotection is unclear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary trigger for the insomnia cycle described in the content?

    <p>Lying in bed unable to fall asleep</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the long term, what does the evidence suggest regarding the effectiveness of CBT compared to medications for insomnia treatment?

    <p>CBT is more effective than medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the consequences of the insomnia cycle mentioned in the content?

    <p>Grogginess upon waking and more worry about sleep</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which behavior is NOT part of the insomnia cycle as described in the content?

    <p>Changing to a regular sleep schedule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which describes the insomnia cycle?

    <p>Consequences, behavior, thoughts &amp; beliefs, emotions/arousal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following thoughts and beliefs is associated with the insomnia cycle?

    <p>&quot;I won't cope tomorrow.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotional and arousal states are experienced as a result of the insomnia cycle?

    <p>Anxiety, frustration, and resentment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which distortion of reality is associated with insomnia, as mentioned in the content?

    <p>People think they sleep more poorly than they actually do.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, what is the likely impact on a person who believes they cannot function without a specific amount of sleep?

    <p>They are more likely to experience insomnia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Insomnia Disorder Diagnosis

    • Two primary criteria for diagnosing Insomnia Disorder include persistent sleep difficulties and daytime impairment or distress.
    • Sleep difficulties must occur at least three nights per week to meet diagnostic criteria.

    Types of Insomnia

    • Specific sleep difficulty in Late Insomnia involves waking up too early and being unable to return to sleep.
    • Mixed Insomnia is characterized by a combination of sleep onset and sleep maintenance difficulties.
    • Onset Insomnia involves difficulty falling asleep at the beginning of the night.
    • Insomnia characterized by frequent or long awakenings during the night is known as Maintenance Insomnia.

    Insomnia Prevalence and Demographics

    • Approximately 30% of individuals in the general population experience insomnia symptoms.
    • Among those with insomnia symptoms, around 10% meet the diagnostic criteria for Insomnia Disorder.
    • Insomnia is more common in women than in men, with an approximate ratio of 2:1.
    • Factors such as advanced age and psychiatric conditions are associated with increased prevalence of insomnia.

    Comorbidity and Impact

    • About 50% of individuals with insomnia have a comorbid condition, often linked to mood disorders.
    • Among the treatment-seeking psychiatric population, approximately 30% experience insomnia, with depression as the most common comorbidity.
    • Untreated insomnia can lead to various consequences, including impaired functioning and increased risk of developing psychiatric disorders.

    Impact on Psychiatric Disorders

    • Untreated insomnia may elevate the risk of certain psychiatric disorders, including anxiety and depression.
    • Insomnia plays a significant role in bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, often exacerbating symptoms.

    Treatment Options

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) proves effective in reducing insomnia and improves outcomes for depressed patients.
    • Treatment for insomnia can lead to enhanced quality of life and reduction in psychiatric symptoms.
    • CBT is suggested to play a pivotal role in long-term insomnia management and may be more effective than pharmacotherapy over time.

    Insomnia Cycle and Consequences

    • The insomnia cycle involves negative thoughts, emotional distress, and maladaptive behaviors that perpetuate sleep difficulties.
    • Allostatic overload refers to the body's chronic stress response adversely impacting sleep quality.
    • Pharmacotherapy's neuroprotective benefits for insomnia are not well-established, raising concerns about long-term reliance on medication.

    Cognitive and Emotional Responses

    • Individuals with insomnia may develop beliefs that they cannot function without a specific amount of sleep, leading to increased anxiety and worry.
    • Emotional states like heightened arousal and distress are commonly experienced due to the insomnia cycle.

    Summary of Findings

    • Recent research indicates a stronger association between insomnia and psychiatric disturbances, highlighting the need for effective treatment strategies.
    • The chronic nature of insomnia can significantly impact overall health and well-being if left untreated.

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    Test your knowledge on the criteria for diagnosing Insomnia Disorder. Determine whether you know the two primary criteria that indicate the presence of this sleep disorder.

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