Resources
Sleep is getting a lot of press these days, and people are increasingly recognizing the importance of healthy sleep. If you search the web, you'll find a wide range of opinions about the best way to treat your sleep difficulties. Some websites provide accurate information and sound advice, while others do not. On the websites listed here, you'll find information about sleep that is based on research and is consistent with standard guidelines for the practice of sleep medicine. You'll also find sound advice on how to find the right provider to help you with your sleep difficulties, as well as information on treatment options for a range of sleep conditions.
Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine
The Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine is an interdisciplinary organization committed to advancing the scientific approach to studying the behavioral, psychological, and physiological dimensions of sleep and sleep disorders and the application of this knowledge to the betterment of individuals and societies worldwide.
AASM Sleep Education
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine launched the Sleep Education website in 2005. The site has reliable information about sleep, sleep disorders, and treatment options. It is a valuable resource for patients who have sleep disorders. The site provides accurate medical and scientific insight in a concise manner that is easy to understand. It also provides facts that will be useful to anyone who wants to learn more about sleep.
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
How much sleep do I need?
Adults should sleep 7 or more hours per night on a regular basis to promote optimal health.
https://aasm.org/resources/pdf/adultsleepdurationconsensus.pdf
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