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• Insomnia
  |Term=insomnia |Short definition=insomnia (in-SOM-nee-uh) Difficulty falling asleep or getting enough sleep 
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• Fatal insomnia
  == Fatal Insomnia == '''Fatal insomnia''' is a rare [[sleep disorder]] that results in [[sleep deprivation]] to th
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• Rebound insomnia
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• Athens insomnia scale
  '''Athens Insomnia Scale''' ...[[insomnia]]. Pronounced as /ˈæθɪnz ɪnˈsɒmniə skeɪl/, the term originates from the city of Athens, Greece, where the scale was first developed.
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• Fatal familial insomnia
  ...rare, genetic neurodegenerative disease that results in severe [[Insomnia|insomnia]] and other neurological problems. ...able outcome of the disease, "Familial" indicates its genetic origin, and "Insomnia" describes the primary symptom.
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• Insomnia
  |Term=insomnia |Short definition=insomnia (in-SOM-nee-uh) Difficulty falling asleep or getting enough sleep 
  346 bytes (39 words) - 23:42, 11 January 2023
• Fatal insomnia
  == Fatal Insomnia == '''Fatal insomnia''' is a rare [[sleep disorder]] that results in [[sleep deprivation]] to th
  2 KB (221 words) - 23:09, 8 February 2024
• Athens insomnia scale
  '''Athens Insomnia Scale''' ...[[insomnia]]. Pronounced as /ˈæθɪnz ɪnˈsɒmniə skeɪl/, the term originates from the city of Athens, Greece, where the scale was first developed.
  2 KB (213 words) - 22:01, 11 February 2024
• Fatal familial insomnia
  ...rare, genetic neurodegenerative disease that results in severe [[Insomnia|insomnia]] and other neurological problems. ...able outcome of the disease, "Familial" indicates its genetic origin, and "Insomnia" describes the primary symptom.
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• Dalmane
  ...e of [[Benzodiazepine|benzodiazepine]] used in the treatment of [[Insomnia|insomnia]]. It is a [[Hypnotic|hypnotic]] drug that induces sleep and reduces anxiet The term "Dalmane" is a brand name, while "Flurazepam" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug: fluoro- (indicating the presence of a f
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• Doxepin
  ...ed primarily to treat [[depression]], [[anxiety disorders]], and chronic [[insomnia]]. It belongs to a class of drugs known as [[tricyclic antidepressants]] (T ...o the drug's ability to alter the perception of reality in those suffering from mental health disorders.
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• Insomniac
  ...leepless), is a term used to describe a person who suffers from [[Insomnia|insomnia]], a sleep disorder characterized by persistent difficulty in falling aslee ...not being able to fall back asleep, or not feeling refreshed after sleep. Insomnia can be a standalone condition, but it is often a symptom of another problem
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• Triazolam
  ...azepine]] derivative commonly prescribed for the short-term treatment of [[insomnia]]. It is known for its sedative and anxiety-reducing effects. The name "Triazolam" is derived from its chemical structure, which includes a triazole ring fused with a benzodi
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• Polysomnographic technologist
  ...g sleep, and "graphy" meaning to write. The term "Technologist" is derived from the Greek word "techne" meaning art or skill, and "logia" meaning study. ...ment of sleep disorders, including [[Sleep Apnea|sleep apnea]], [[Insomnia|insomnia]], [[Narcolepsy|narcolepsy]], and [[Restless Legs Syndrome|restless legs sy
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• Rilmazafone
  ...unced: ril-maz-uh-fone) is a [[hypnotic]] agent used in the treatment of [[insomnia]]. It is a [[prodrug]] for the active metabolite [[flunitrazepam]]. The term "Rilmazafone" is derived from the components of its chemical structure, which include a pyridyl ring (ril
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• Sleep state misperception
  ...te. This condition is also known as [[sleep discrepancy]] or [[paradoxical insomnia]]. ...perception" (from the prefix ''mis-'' meaning "wrongly" and ''perception'' from Latin ''perceptio'').
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• Zaleplon
  ...used in the treatment of [[insomnia]]. It is a nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic from the [[pyrazolopyrimidine]] class. The term "Zaleplon" is derived from the systematic (IUPAC) name ''N-(3-(3-cyanopyrazolo[1,5-a]pyrimidin-7-yl)ph
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• Clazolam
  ...in the treatment of various [[medical conditions]] such as [[anxiety]], [[insomnia]], and [[seizures]]. It belongs to the [[benzodiazepine]] class of drugs, w The term "Clazolam" is derived from the combination of two words: "Clazo", which is a prefix used in the naming
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• Nembutal
  ...n, anesthesia, and for the treatment of certain medical conditions such as insomnia and seizures. The name "Nembutal" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, N-ethyl-methyl-butyl-al (Nembutal). The
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• Dyssomnia
  ...ness or difficulty in maintaining or initiating sleep. The term is derived from the Greek words "dys", meaning "bad" or "difficult", and "somnus", meaning ...to any known physical or mental condition. It includes disorders such as [[Insomnia]], [[Hypersomnia]], and [[Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders]].
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• Halcion
  ...ne]] class of drugs. It is commonly used for the short-term treatment of [[insomnia]] and as a sedative before minor medical or dental procedures. ...ame "Halcion" is a brand name, and the generic name "Triazolam" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, which includes a triazole ring fused wi
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• Counting sheep
  The term "counting sheep" is derived from the pastoral practice of shepherds counting sheep in the field as part of t * [[Insomnia]]: A sleep disorder that is characterized by difficulty falling and/or stay
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• Trazodone
  ...drug used to treat depression. It can also be used to relieve anxiety and insomnia (difficulty sleeping) and to treat certain other conditions.  ...drug used to treat depression. It can also be used to relieve anxiety and insomnia (difficulty sleeping) and to treat certain other conditions. Trazodone incr
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• Temazepam
  '''Temazepam''' (/tɪˈmæzɪpæm/ ti-MAZ-i-pam) is a medication used to treat [[insomnia]]. It belongs to the class of drugs known as [[benzodiazepines]], which are ...rom the generic naming system for benzodiazepines, where "tema" is derived from the Greek word for "cut" and "zepam" is a common suffix for this class of d
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• Brotizolam
  ...e]] class of drugs. It is primarily used for the short-term treatment of [[insomnia]]. ...lo", and "benzodiazepine". The "bro" is from "benzodiazepine", the "ti" is from "triazolo", and the "zolam" is a common suffix for benzodiazepine drugs.
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