Sleep Related
A page for disorders in someway related to sleep. Sorted in alphabetical order. Press ctrl+f to search
Dysfunctional Existential Insomniophilia (DEI)
Criteria:
- Cotard Delusion with Existential Despair:Individuals with DEI experience Cotard Delusion, a belief that they are dead or do not exist, accompanied by profound existential despair. This delusion shapes their perception of reality and contributes to a distorted sense of self.
- Chronic Insomnia and Sleep Disturbances:Chronic insomnia and sleep disturbances as a core feature of DEI. Individuals struggle with persistent difficulties falling and staying asleep, exacerbating their existential distress and contributing to a sense of disconnection from the world.
- Compulsive Sexual Behaviors and Addiction:Sexual Addiction features marked by compulsive and uncontrollable sexual behaviors. Individuals with DEI engage in excessive sexual activities as a way to cope with their existential despair and distract from the perceived void of their existence.
- Bulimic Episodes as a Coping Mechanism:Individuals with DEI may engage in bulimic behaviors as a maladaptive coping mechanism to temporarily alleviate their emotional distress.
- Self-Destructive Patterns:Self-destructive patterns encompassing a combination of risky sexual behaviors, self-harm, and disordered eating. Individuals with DEI may engage in impulsive and harmful actions, driven by a desperate attempt to feel alive or fill the existential void.
- Impaired Reality Testing:Impaired reality testing related to the Cotard Delusion. Individuals with DEI may struggle to distinguish between their distorted perceptions of self and the actual reality, leading to further isolation and detachment.
- Relationship Difficulties and Isolation:Relationship difficulties marked by challenges in forming and maintaining connections with others. Individuals with DEI may isolate themselves due to the shame and guilt associated with their sexual addiction and bulimic behaviors.
- Distorted Body Image and Self-Loathing:Distorted body image and self-loathing related to bulimic behaviors. Individuals with DEI may harbor intense dissatisfaction with their physical appearance, contributing to a cycle of self-destructive behaviors.
- Hyperawareness of the Void:Hyperawareness of the perceived void or emptiness. Individuals with DEI may be hyperfocused on their existential despair, leading to obsessive thoughts and an inability to escape the overwhelming sense of nothingness.
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Nightime Anxiety
Also called: Nocturnal Anxiety, Sleep Anxiety, and more
Nighttime Anxiety, also known as Nocturnal Anxiety, is a type of anxiety that occurs during nighttime hours. It is characterized by feelings of fear, worry, and unease that interfere with a person's ability to fall asleep or stay asleep.
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RetroSomnia Disorder (RSD)
Criteria:
- Anterograde Dream Amnesia:Individuals with RSD experience a unique form of anterograde amnesia specifically related to dreams. Despite engaging in extended periods of sleep, they have difficulty forming new memories related to dream experiences.
- Excessive Sleep Duration:Persistent hypersomnia, where individuals with RSD sleep for extended periods beyond the typical duration. Despite spending more time asleep, they struggle to recall dreams or create new dream-related memories.
- Lack of Dream Recall:Individuals with RSD consistently report a complete lack of dream recall or the ability to remember any dream content. This absence of dream memory persists even after long and uninterrupted sleep episodes.
- Fragmented Dream Awareness:Occasional fragmented awareness of dream content during waking hours. Instead of a continuous narrative, individuals with RSD may experience disjointed and isolated dream fragments without the ability to create a cohesive dream story.
- Functional Impairment:Functional impairment due to both excessive sleep duration and the inability to recall dream experiences. Individuals may find it challenging to maintain a regular daily routine and engage in activities that require sustained wakefulness and memory.
- Daytime Disorientation:Disorientation and confusion during waking hours due to the lack of dream recall. Individuals with RSD may struggle to distinguish between dream experiences and real-life events, leading to moments of confusion and disconnection from reality.
- Distorted Temporal Perception:Distorted perception of time, where individuals with RSD may struggle to accurately gauge the passage of time. The absence of dream memories contributes to a sense of timelessness and difficulty in organizing daily activities.
- Persistent Sleep Inertia:Persistent sleep inertia, characterized by an extended period of grogginess and reduced cognitive functioning upon waking. Despite the duration of sleep, individuals with RSD may take an extended time to fully transition into wakefulness.
- Compounded Memory Challenges:The compounded effect of both anterograde amnesia related to dreams and excessive sleep on overall memory function. Individuals may experience challenges in forming new memories beyond the dream context, leading to gaps in their autobiographical memory.
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Sleepy Daze Disorder (SDZD)
Sleepy Daze Disorder is a medically unrecognized disorder that is characterized by inattention, dizziness, feeling sleepy, and mood fluctuation.
Those with Sleepy Daze Disorder struggle with focus and concentration due to feeling constantly half-asleep and in a state of dream-like drowsiness. They may feel dizzy and disoriented due to this dizziness and disorientation. Their mood may fluctuate due to their constant state of sleepiness, feeling sluggish and fatigued one minute and then hyperactive and agitated the next.
Criteria is:
- constant feeling of drowsiness, sleepiness and fatigue
- difficulty concentrating, focusing and making decisions due to the constant sleepy state
- mood fluctuations, ranging from calm and relaxed to hyperactive and agitated
- feeling constantly in a state of "dream-like drowsiness" where reality is difficult to grasp
- dizziness and disorientation due to the constant sleepy feeling
- difficulty regulating emotions and impulses, leading to inappropriate behavior and poor decision making
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Somnoblanketia
Where individuals experience difficulty falling asleep unless they are under a blanket. The blanket serves as a source of comfort and security, helping to alleviate their underlying paranoia and anxiety.
Symptoms:
- Sleep difficulties: Individuals with Somnoblanketia find it challenging to initiate sleep unless they are covered by a blanket.
- Paranoia and anxiety: The underlying cause of this disorder is an intense feeling of paranoia or anxiety. The presence of a blanket provides a sense of security and helps alleviate these feelings.
- Blanket dependency: The reliance on a blanket becomes a necessity for falling asleep, leading to significant distress when the individual is unable to use one.
- Sensory comfort: The texture, weight, and warmth of the blanket play a crucial role in inducing a state of relaxation and promoting sleep.
Extra information;
- Stressful situations: High levels of stress can intensify the paranoia and anxiety, making it even more challenging to sleep without a blanket.
- Environmental factors: Unfamiliar or uncomfortable sleeping environments may exacerbate the individual's symptoms, making it harder to fall asleep without their blanket.
- Blanket preferences: Individuals with Somnoblanketia often have specific preferences for the type of blanket they use to facilitate sleep. Factors such as texture, material, and weight play a significant role in their comfort and ability to fall asleep.
- Cozy environments: People with Somnoblanketia tend to create cozy and comforting sleep environments. They may incorporate soft lighting, plush pillows, and other elements that enhance the overall feeling of safety.
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