What causes it and how long it is
Excessive consumption of what can help cause hypersomnolence?
Excessive consumption of alcohol.
what is the prevalence percentage of hypersomnolence disorder?
it is about 1%.
What type of hypersomnolence last for a month or less?
Acute hypersomnolence
What is the primary symptom that hypersomnolence gives?
Excessive sleepiness
Why do doctors consider hypersomnolence to be a very treatable sleep disorder?
Because of making changes to their lifestyle and taking medication.
What is a risk factor for a person developing hypersomnolence?
Having a family history of the condition.
What age groups are hypersomnolence connected to?
young adults and normal adults.
What is hypersomnolence called if it happens without a known cause?
Idiopathic hypersomnolence
Do people with hypersomnolence have a hard time waking up? If so then why?
yes, because of the excessive sleepiness one has when they have hypersomnolence making it harder to wake up because their body doesn't think they got the correct amount of sleep.
What temperature range can help treat hypersomnolence?
60°F-67°F is the temperature range that can help with hypersomnolence.
A medical history of Depression, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, Alzheimer's disease, or Parkinson's disease.
What is the average age onset of hypersomnolence?
21.8 years old is the average age onset.
What type of hypersomnolence lasts for 3 months or more?
Persistent hypersomnolence
The symptoms of hypersomnolence begin in between which two ages?
the symptoms of hypersomnolence begin between the ages 17 and 24.
What is a stimulant that is used to treat hypersomnolence?
Amphetamine, Methylphenidate, or Modafinil
How long can hypersomnolence last?
it can last for less than a month up to more than 3 months.
When can hypersomnolence occur?
It can occur even if given 7 or more hours of quality sleep.
What is one thing a doctor asks to be able to correctly diagnose hypersomnolence?
When did you 1st notice them?
Where is one place that the excessive sleepiness caused by hypersomnolence cause trouble?
work or school is where the primary symptom of hypersomnolence causes trouble.
What is a stimulant substance you need to avoid before bedtime which will help treat hypersomnolence?
caffeine and nicotine
What is the longest amount of time hypersomnolence can last?
from 3 months to longer.
What percentage of the population does idiopathic hypersomnolence affect?
0.01-0.02%
What type of hypersomnolence lasts between A month and 3 months?
Subacute hypersomnolence
With hypersomnolence how many times does one fall asleep during the day?
people with hypersomnolence fall asleep several times during the day.
What is one way a person can change their "sleep hygiene" to treat hypersomnolence?
Establishing a bedtime routine that a person finds relaxing and helps to tell their body that it's time for bed.