Warning Signs of Inadequate Sleep:

How Many Apply To You?

The Scott & White Sleep Disorders Center

At the Scott & White Sleep Disorders Center patients are initially evaluated by a board-certified sleep specialist in the Center’s clinic where a diagnosis is formulated and where the patient is seen in follow-up as needed. A state-of-the-art sleep laboratory is available for patients requiring further evaluation and testing. For more information on the Scott & White Sleep Disorders Center, call us today at 254-724-3227. The Scott & White Sleep Disorders Center

According to National Sleep Foundation estimates, at least 40 million Americans suffer from a chronic sleep problem or sleep disorder. Sleeping well is as important to our well being as a healthy diet and exercise.

"The impact of our sleep habits goes beyond our health," said Dr. Frank Perez-Guerra, Director of the Scott & White Sleep Disorders Center. "There are many daytime consequences of a bad night’s sleep. Lack of sleep impairs work performance, increases the risk for injuries, and affects our mood and behavior."

The Scott & White Sleep Disorders Center works with the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) as a Community Sleep Awareness Partner® to help increase awareness about the importance of sleep and the treatment of sleep disorders. Many people may not be aware of symptoms that can signal inadequate sleep. These include:

• Loud, habitual snoring
• Interruption of breathing or gasping for breath during sleep
• Feeling sleepy or dozing off frequently or unexpectedly while watching an interesting television program, reading, driving or while engaged in daily activities
• Trouble falling asleep, or waking up frequently during the night
• Waking up too early, with subsequent difficulty returning to sleep
• Waking up unrefreshed in spite of adequate sleep duration
• Unpleasant feelings, restlessness or nervousness in your legs, particularly in the evenings after sitting for a while or while trying to go to sleep
• Nighttime heartburn, bad dreams, pain or any other discomfort that interrupts your sleep

The Scott & White Sleep Disorders Center works with the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) year-round to help increase awareness about the importance of sleep and the treatment of sleep disorders. For more information visit NSF’s Web site at www.sleepfoundation.org or The Scott & White Sleep Disorders Center.

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