Shift work disorder (SWD), classified as a circadian rhythm sleep disorder, is caused by a misalignment between the internal circadian rhythm and the required sleep–wake schedule due...
A careful history is critical. Assess for difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or nonrestorative sleep.
Not...
The only therapeutic modality recommended by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine is planned (prescribed) sleep schedules (6)[C].
Other commonly used strategies include sleep hygiene optimi...
Discuss sleep hygiene and optimizing the sleep environment.
Shift workers who need to sleep in the daytime should ensure a cool, dark, and quiet sleep environment.
Reserve ...
Sleep Diary: http://www.helpguide.org/life/pdfs/sleep_diary.pdf http://www.helpguide.org/life/pdfs/sleep_diary.pdf ??[View Abstract on OvidMedline]
Vanttola P, Härmä M, Viitasalo K, ...
192000006 Work shift change (disorder)
3745000 sleep-wake schedule d...
SWD is associated with shortened and disturbed sleep, increased fatigue, decreased alertness, cognitive decrements, increased injury and accident rates, reproductive problems, and incr...
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