Guidelines at a Glance-Guidelines at a Glance

Guidelines at a Glance

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The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends using behavioral and psychological treatments as effective alternatives to medications for chronic insomnia disorder in adults. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is recommended as an initial treatment, including sleep restriction, stimulus control therapy, relaxation techniques, and cognitive therapy. Brief Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia (BBTI) is also recommended, focusing on behavioral strategies. Sleep restriction therapy and relaxation therapy are conditional treatment options. Clinicians should tailor treatments based on patient preferences. Other guidelines address sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, and periodic limb movement disorder. Individualized treatment plans and patient preferences are key considerations.

Keywords

American Academy of Sleep Medicine

behavioral and psychological treatments

medications

chronic insomnia disorder

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia

CBT-I

sleep restriction

stimulus control therapy

relaxation techniques

patient preferences