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What Is Severe Insomnia?
- Insomnia - Prognosis
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes of Short-Term and Transient Insomnia
- Causes of Chronic Insomnia
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
Complications
Insomnia itself is not life threatening, but it can increase the risk of accidents, psychiatric problems, and certain medical conditions, affect school and work performance, and significantly interfere with quality of life. Lack of sleep can cause weight gain and obesity.
Increased Risk of Accidents
Sleepiness increases the risk for motor vehicle accidents. Studies indicate that drowsy driving is as risky as drunk driving.
Quality of Life
Surveys show that people with severe insomnia...
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