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Patient Education and Resources

Understanding Night Terrors and Nightmares: Causes and Coping Tips

Nightmares and night terrors can greatly disrupt your sleep and overall well-being. While nightmares are vivid, scary dreams that occur during REM sleep, night terrors are intense episodes of fear during non-REM sleep. This blog explores the causes of these sleep disturbances and offers effective coping strategies, from improving sleep hygiene to seeking professional help when needed.

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Patient Education and Resources

Beyond Counting Sheep: Evidence-Based Strategies to Treat Insomnia

Struggling with insomnia? Discover evidence-based strategies to reclaim your nights in our comprehensive guide. From understanding insomnia to effective treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-I), sleep hygiene tips, and lifestyle adjustments, we provide actionable insights to help you achieve restful sleep. Learn about unique challenges in Southern California and explore alternative treatments to improve your sleep quality and overall well-being.

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