Sleep: The Complete Guide to Sleep Disorders and a Better Night's Sleep

by J. Paul Caldwell, Canadian Medical Association

Revised and updated for 2003.

Although we often take sleep for granted, each of us, at some point in our lives, has had difficulty sleeping. From young children having nightmares to seniors experiencing insomnia, sleep deprivation is a common problem across all ages. In this comprehensive book, Caldwell helps readers understand what makes or breaks a good night's sleep, and offers clear advice on how to achieve better sleep.

Sleep discusses:
The effects of diet, exercise and sex on sleep patterns
The effects of shift work, jet lag and Seasonal Affective Disorder
What causes snoring and sleep apnea
Sleep disorders in the most vulnerable: children and seniors
Drugs and sleep -- what interferes and what helps
Treatment of major kinds of sleep disorders
The functions of rest, dreams and sleep


Complete with up-to-date case studies, diagrams and sidebars, Sleep is your guide to enjoying a healthier mind and body.

262 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1997

Reviews

[Coyora Dokusho · Rating 4 out of 5]

Many quite useful facts and well-written. Book organized so information is easy to find and comprehend. Very worthwhile source for research projects.

[ELDEE · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book I have was written and published in 1997. It has been re-titled additions made.
I found this book helpful and the writer entertaining. I will refer to it in the future.