Sleep Disorders

Sleep disorders can lead to fatigue, poor concentration, and emotional distress, affecting overall health and quality of life. Jay Rivas, DNP, PMHNP-BC, and his experienced colleagues at NuMind Psychiatry offer thorough sleep evaluations at offices in Seattle and Kennewick, Washington. They also deliver personalized treatments to address issues like insomnia, restless sleep, and disrupted sleep cycles. Contact NuMind Psychiatry by phone or request an appointment online today to get the restful, restorative sleep you deserve.

What are sleep disorders?

Sleep disorders are conditions that affect a person’s ability to get restful, healthy sleep. They make it tough to fall asleep, stay asleep, or feel refreshed during the day.

There are several different types of sleep disorders. The most common include the following:

• Insomnia – trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
• Sleep apnea – breathing that repeatedly stops and starts during sleep
• Restless legs syndrome – an uncontrollable urge to move the legs, usually at night
• Narcolepsy – sudden sleep attacks or extreme daytime sleepiness
• Circadian rhythm disorders – problems with the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle

Each type of sleep disorder has its own symptoms and treatment options, which NuMind Psychiatry can help identify and address.

What are the signs of a sleep disorder?

Common sleep disorder signs include the following:

• Difficulty falling or staying asleep
• Feeling tired even after a full night’s sleep
• Loud snoring or choking sounds during sleep
• Mood changes, irritability, or trouble focusing during the day
• Frequent nighttime awakenings

At NuMind Psychiatry, Dr. Rivas and his colleagues recognize the importance of sleep in maintaining both mental and physical health, and they offer effective solutions for managing sleep-related issues.

What causes sleep disorders?

Sleep disorders can develop because of many factors, including stress, anxiety, depression, medical conditions, certain medications, or poor sleep habits.

Sometimes, underlying mental health conditions may contribute to sleep problems. That’s why NuMind Psychiatry takes a whole-person approach to care, looking at both physical and emotional health.

How are sleep disorders treated?

Treatment depends on the type of sleep disorder and what’s causing it. Options include the following:

Behavioral therapy

Behavioral therapy improves sleep habits. There’s a specific kind for sleep disorders called cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI).

Medication

Medications can help regulate sleep or manage anxiety.

Lifestyle changes

Improving your sleep environment and adjusting your bedtime habits, such as reducing caffeine intake, can significantly enhance sleep quality.

It’s also vital to get treatment for mental health conditions like anxiety or depression that may impact sleep.

Dr. Rivas and his colleagues offer customized care plans to help patients get the restorative sleep they need. With the correct diagnosis and treatment, most people with sleep disorders enjoy better rest and improved well-being.

Call NuMind Psychiatry to arrange a sleep evaluation or schedule a consultation via the online form today.