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Can Hypersomnia Be A Sign Of Depression?
Hypersomnia - idiopathic; Drowsiness - idiopathic; Somnolence - idiopathic
Symptoms
Symptoms often develop slowly during adolescence or young adulthood. They include:
- Daytime naps that do not relieve drowsiness
- Difficulty waking from a long sleep -- may feel confused or disoriented
- Increased need for sleep during the day -- even while at work, or during a meal or conversation
- Increased sleep time -- up to 14 - 18 hours per day
Other symptoms may include:
- Anxiety
- Feeling irritated
- Loss of...
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