Sleep Disorders

If you've looked at your sleep environment and your everyday routine to make sure you're not sabotaging your sleep and you still feel sleepy after getting 7-8 hours of rest, you should see your doctor. You may have a medical condition that is causing sleeping problems and is interfering with getting a good night's sleep.

Some general symptoms of a sleep disorder include:

• Excessive sleepiness during the day
• Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
• Snoring or episodes of stopped breathing during sleep
• Urge to move your legs at rest or an uncomfortable feeling in the legs at night

In general, there are several basic types of sleeping disorders:

• Insomnia
• Sleep apnea
• Restless leg syndrome
• Narcolepsy
• Sleepwalking