Treatments for Sleep Disorders

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Title:   Sleeping problems
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet contains information on common causes of sleep difficulties and some suggestions for getting to sleep.
Date:   Oct 2011
Title:   Fact sheet 44 - Benzodiazepines (tranquillisers and sleeping pills)
Publisher:   beyondblue
Description:   Benzodiazepines are a class of drug commonly known as tranquillisers and sleeping pills. In Australia, benzodiazepines are available only with a prescription and are prescribed mainly for problems relating to anxiety and sleep.
Date:   Sep 2011
Title:   Sleep deprivation
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Sleep deprivation can lead to fatigue, learning and concentration difficulties and accidents. Children who do not get enough sleep may display symptoms including moodiness, tantrums and hyperactive behaviour. Medication, illness, work or stress and personal choice can all lead to sleep deprivation.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Sleep hygiene
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   'Sleep hygiene' means habits that help you have a good night's sleep. Common sleeping problems (such as insomnia) are often caused by bad habits reinforced over years. You can learn to retrain your body and mind so that you sleep well and wake feeling rested.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Sleep disorders - narcolepsy
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A person with narcolepsy is extremely sleepy all the time and, in severe cases, falls asleep involuntarily several times every day. It is thought that narcolepsy is caused by a malfunctioning of the hypothalamus in the brain. This is a rare condition with no cure.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Sleep problems - insomnia
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Insomnia means difficulty with either falling or staying asleep. Usually, people keep themselves awake by worrying about going to sleep. Insomnia can be treated at home, but chronic or long-term sleep problems may need professional treatment.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Melatonin prolonged-release tablets (Circadin) for insomnia
Publisher:   National Prescribing Service
Description:   Melatonin prolonged-release tablets (Circadin) can be used by people over 55 years of age to treat sleeping problems (insomnia) not caused by other physical or psychological conditions.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Insomnia treatments - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   If you are having trouble sleeping, there are medicines available that may help.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Tranquillisers
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Minor tranquillisers, or benzodiazepines, are nervous system depressants commonly prescribed to treat anxiety or insomnia. 'Major tranquillisers', or antipsychotics, are used to help treat psychosis and illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Tranquillisers are also known as sedatives. Tranquillisers should not be used by pregnant women unless under medical supervision as they may pose a risk to the developing baby.
Date:   Apr 2011
Title:   Dementia: problems with sleeping - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Problems with sleeping are common for people with dementia. Here are some strategies to help carers cope with them.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Insomnia
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet has information about insomnia, its symptoms and causes, and how can you manage it.
Date:   Sep 2010
Title:   Circadian rhythms and depression
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   Circadian rhythms are daily cycles based on a 24-hour period.
Date:   Sep 2010
Title:   Sleeping problems
Publisher:   CareSearch
Description:   Sleeping problems (insomnia) are common in palliative care patients, and often have a significant impact on quality of life. The problems may be a combination of difficulty going to sleep, fragmented sleep, or early morning waking.
Date:   Jul 2010
Title:   Dementia and sleeping problems
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Sleep problems are common for people with dementia. Some people sleep during the day, leaving them awake and restless at night. Sleep problems may be caused by medication, pain or depression. This can be difficult for carers who may need help.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Narcolepsy and cataplexy - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Find out about the symptoms and treatments for the sleep disorders narcolepsy and cataplexy.
Date:   Nov 2009
Title:   Getting a good night's sleep
Publisher:   National Prescribing Service
Description:   For some people, getting a good night's sleep is a major problem. Find out ways to get a good night's sleep.
Date:   Aug 2009
Title:   Sleep problems and snoring - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Insomnia is the inability to fall asleep or remain asleep for an adequate length of time. Find out what products are available for sleep problems and snoring.
Date:   May 2009
Title:   Insomnia and sleeping tablets (2008)
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   There has been media interest in some of the unusual side effects of sleeping tablets. Although these side effects are uncommon, they show why sleeping tablets should be avoided if possible.
Date:   Dec 2008
Title:   Hypnotic hazards: adverse effects of zolpidem and other z-drugs
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   Zolpidem, zopiclone and zaleplon are hypnotics with similar pharmacology to benzodiazepines. In addition to the usual adverse effects of sedative drugs, there have been unusual reactions associated with the 'z-drugs', particularly zolpidem.
Date:   Dec 2008
Title:   Consumer fact sheet: Zolpidem (including Stilnox brand)
Publisher:   National Prescribing Service
Description:   NPS clarifies issues related to Stilnox, a brand of Zolpidem, including potential side effects, and alternative approaches to sleeping better.
Date:   Feb 2008

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