The Encyclopedia of Sleep and Sleep Disorders
2nd Edition
Published on 1. January 2001
Book
Hardback
352 pages
978-0-8160-4089-6 (ISBN)
Description
Millions of people have experienced sleeprelated concerns, and millions more suffer from serious sleeping disorders. The lack of proper rest can lead to fatigue at work, affect alertness while driving as well as other serious physical and mental health problems. Written for both the lay reader and the professional, The Encyclopedia of Sleep and Sleep Disorders describes the important terms and topics related to sleep research and disorder treatment.
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Series
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
references, bibliography, index, chronologies
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 190 mm
Weight
885 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8160-4089-6 (9780816040896)
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Facts on File
The Encyclopedia of Sleep and Sleep Disorders
Book
12/2009
3rd Edition
Facts On File Inc
€94.28
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Previous edition
Michael J. Thorpy | Jan Yager
The Encyclopedia of Sleep and Sleep Disorders
Book
12/1990
Facts On File Inc
€69.52
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Persons
Content
Drowsy driving * Excessive daytime sleepiness * Insomnia * Jet-lag sleep and traveling * Over-the-counter and home remedies * Recommended amount of sleep for various age groups * Restless legs * Sleep apnea * Recent research and breakthroughs * A special introductory article covering "Psychology and Sleep: Interdependence of Sleep and Waking States," * Completely updated appendixes offering further sources of information and assistance.