The Interplay Between Sleep Disorders and Depression Examining the Influence of Insomnia and Daytime Sleepiness on Mental Health
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https://doi.org/10.12775/QS.2024.22.54690Keywords
depression, sleep, insomnia, excessive sleepiness, sleep disorder treatment, antidepressant treatmentAbstract
Introduction: Depression is one of the most common mental disorders, characterized by a wide range of symptoms, including sleep disturbances. Sleep, as a key component of mental health, plays a significant role in the development and treatment of depression. This study examines the impact of sleep, particularly insomnia and excessive sleepiness, on depressive disorders.
Objective: The aim of this study is to analyze the relationship between sleep quality and the occurrence and progression of depression, with particular attention to the influence of antidepressant treatment on sleep quality.
Materials and Methods: A literature review covering studies on the relationship between sleep disorders and depression, as well as the effectiveness of various therapeutic methods for treating these disorders, found on the PubMed and Google Scholar platforms.
Conclusions: Sleep quality has a significant impact on the onset and severity of depressive symptoms. Appropriate treatment of sleep disorders can significantly improve the effectiveness of depression treatment and, in some cases, even prevent it. Early diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders may be a key component in the prevention and treatment of depression.
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