Diagnosis and symptoms
People with insomnia often feel this during the day.
What is Fatigue/tired?
This common stimulant, found in coffee and tea, can disrupt sleep if consumed late.
What is caffeine?
Insomnia can weaken this system, making you more prone to illness.
What is immune system?
Avoiding caffeine and alcohol before bed is part of this sleep-supporting strategy.
What is sleep hygiene?
True or false: Only anxious or stressed people suffer from insomnia.
What is false?
Pica may cause this dental issue due to chewing hard or abrasive items.
What is tooth damage?
Pica is more common during this stage of life due to nutritional demands.
What is Pregnancy?
Consuming paint chips or soil may expose someone to this toxic substance.
What is lead?
This mental health professional may be involved in treating pica.
What is a psychologist or psychiatrist?
True or false: People with pica can just stop.
What is false?
Insomnia can cause this physical symptom, often mistaken for illness.
What is headache/migraine
Working night shifts or rotating schedules can increase risk for this sleep issue.
What is insomnia?
Sleep deprivation can impair this cognitive function critical for learning and memory.
What is executive function?
This type of insomnia often resolves once the stressor is removed.
What is acute insomnia?
True or false:Insomnia can affect people who appear calm and relaxed during the day.
What is True? (It’s not limited to visibly anxious individuals.)
How long do you have to consistently exhibit symptoms of PICA to be officially diagnosed?
What is 1 month
This developmental condition is frequently associated with pica behaviors.
What is autism spectrum disorder?
Pica may cause this condition involving inflammation of the stomach lining.
What is gastritis?
This type of care setting may be needed for severe or dangerous pica cases.
What is inpatient treatment or hospitalization?
True or false: Pica isn't a serious medical condition.
What is false? (could die of gastrointestinal issues bc of it.)
This advanced wearable device can estimate sleep stages and disturbances.
What is an actigraphy monitor?
This chronic condition, involving elevated blood sugar, is associated with poor sleep.
What is diabetes?
Long-term insomnia may contribute to this condition involving low bone density.
What is osteoporosis.
Prognosis for chronic insomnia improves when this underlying condition is treated.
what is psychiatric disorder/emotional disorder?
Insomnia can occur even when sleep opportunity and environment are adequate.
What is True? (It’s not just about external factors; internal processes matter.)