Insomnia due to drug or substance abuse and dependence

Nicole L. Hadler, Ilana S. Hairston, Deirdre A. Conroy

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Abstract

Insomnia related to substance abuse, or substance-induced sleep disorder, refers to significant sleep difficulty that is directly associated with active use of or abstinence from a substance. There are numerous prescription and illicit substances that, when abused, can lead to insomnia. This article discusses the substances most commonly implicated in sleep disturbance, including their mechanistic and physiologic effects on sleep, according to the most recent literature. It also highlights potential treatment options for patients with insomnia related to substance abuse.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEncyclopedia of Sleep and Circadian Rhythms
Subtitle of host publicationVolume 1-6, Second Edition
PublisherElsevier
Pages87-100
Number of pages14
ISBN (Electronic)9780323910941
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2023
Externally publishedYes

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
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Keywords

  • Alcohol
  • Benzodiazepine receptor agonists
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Cannabis
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia
  • GABA
  • Insomnia
  • Opioids
  • Orexins
  • Sedative-hypnotics
  • Sleep
  • Stimulants

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Neuroscience

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