Farmacie pro praxi. 2023;19(3):182-186

Self treatment of insomnia

Olga Nedopílková, Šárka Močidlánová
Ústavní lékárna, Fakultní nemocnice Ostrava, Ostrava-Poruba

Insomnia is a main sleep disorder that significantly disrupts an individual's daily activity. Poor-quality or insufficient sleep can lead to fatigue, work inefficiency, a decrease in daytime vigilance, and even impaired cognitive functions. Good sleep is perceived as one of the basic attributes of good health. Therefore, information about insomnia should always be paid close attention to

Keywords: insomnia, self treatment options, sleep hygiene.

Accepted: September 21, 2023; Published: October 2, 2023  Show citation

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