The Science of Sleep in Schizophrenia
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Although insomnia or excessive tiredness are familiar to most who live with schizophrenia they are not unique to it. At least 70% of people suffer from some sleep abnormalities at some point in their lives for various reasons. Sleep problems can be the result of either a physical, mental or emotional issue that disturbs the normal rhythm of our bodies which then creates a vicious circle, as lack of sleep can have definite physical, mental or emotional implications leading to a continued cycle and a problem that is selffulfilling.
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