SLEEP DISORDERS
AT THE VERUS BONIFATIUS PRIVATE HOSPITALTREATMENT FOR SLEEP DISORDERS
We are committed to providing our patients with sleep disorders with efficient and effective treatment of the highest quality. We consciously focus on the whole person, both body and soul. Our goal is to create a unique healing experience in an environment characterized by mindfulness, respect, and care. Trust, honesty, respect, integrity, and dedication are the cornerstones of our care for you and your loved ones.
Our medical staff places great importance on providing care that addresses both the psychological and physical aspects of sleep disorders. At the Verus Bonifatius Private Hospital, patients suffering from sleep disorders are given a comprehensive understanding of their situation. The interaction between body and mind is crucial for alleviating their symptoms. We focus on treating the psychological causes of sleep disorders in order to help our patients achieve better sleep quality and thus a better quality of life.
THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES FOR SLEEP DISORDERS
Early diagnosis and comprehensive treatment are crucial for successfully managing sleep disorders. First, our professionally trained staff will provide patients with detailed information about the nature of sleep disorders, involving their family members or other caregivers where possible, and develop a suitable treatment plan. The treatment focuses primarily on psychotherapeutic approaches that aim to address the psychological causes of sleep disorders. In some cases, medication may also be necessary to support the patient’s psychosocial balance.
SYMPTOMS OF SLEEP DISORDERS
Sleep disorders manifest themselves primarily in a range of symptoms that often have psychological causes. The most common symptoms include difficulty falling asleep, frequent nighttime awakenings, and nightmares. These symptoms can significantly impair both the quality of sleep and the general well-being of those affected.
Typical symptoms of sleep disorders include:
- Persistent thoughts and worries that make it difficult to fall asleep
- Feeling of indifference or apathy, especially in the morning after a poor night’s sleep
- Avoiding evening activities or certain sleep situations that could exacerbate sleep problems
- Memory problems or difficulty concentrating due to lack of sleep
- General sleep problems, such as difficulty staying asleep or restless sleep
- Irritability or mood swings caused by lack of sleep
- Increased tension and alertness, especially during the night
- Pronounced nervousness, exacerbated by sleep interruptions or nightmares
The treatment of sleep disorders in a psychological context focuses on addressing the underlying psychological factors that contribute to these symptoms in order to promote better sleep quality and improved overall well-being.
DIAGNOSIS OF SLEEP DISORDERS
If a patient is suspected of suffering from sleep disorders, a comprehensive medical consultation with a detailed medical history is conducted. Trained specialists encourage patients to describe their symptoms in detail and explain the clinical picture. It is particularly important to rule out physical causes for the sleep problems first. Once physical causes for the sleep disorders have been ruled out, the therapists use specific criteria that are relevant for the medical history of psychologically-induced sleep disorders. These criteria help to understand the complex relationships between psychological factors and the patient’s sleep problems and to develop a suitable treatment strategy.