Top 12 Scary Sleep Disorders!

7. Hypersomnia

This is like the opposite of insomnia, in that it is characterised by recurrent episodes of excessive daytime fatigue or prolonged sleep during the night. A person suffering from hypersomnia may feel compelled to nap repeatedly during the day, usually providing no relief for their tiredness and can lead to disorientation after sleep ((2008), Young Scientist Symposium. Journal of Sleep Research). Affecting less than 5% of the adult population, it is thought to be caused by the dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system, or injury to the central nervous system (C Bassetti et al, 2015). Stimulants, such as amphetamines, may be given in moderation in order to combat the individual’s fatigue and need for sleep. However, there is an even more extreme form…