Abstract
Based on limited empirical research in the field, Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder (DSPD) is believed to be caused by a delayed timing of individuals' circadian rhythms. However, current knowledge on the aetiology of DSPD has been doubted due to frequent relapses following existing forms of treatment. More recently, studies have emerged suggesting personality factors may contribute to sleeping patterns in DSPD, thus adding to the aetiology of the disorder. The objective of this study was to further investigate associations between circadian and personality factors in DSPD as well as non‐24 patients relative to control sleepers. We aimed to build a diagnostic profile to further aid treatment of circadian rhythm sleep disorders.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 068 |
Number of pages | 1 |
Journal | Sleep and Biological Rhythms |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | Suppl 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Oct 2015 |
Event | 27th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Australasian Sleep Association - Duration: 22 Oct 2015 → … |
Keywords
- Delayed Sleep-Wake Phase Disorder
- sleep patterns
- personality traits
- non-24 hour sleep-wake disorder