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sleep latency

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Sleep latency
The amount of time that it takes to fall asleep. Sleep latency is measured in minutes and is important in diagnosing depression.
Mentioned in: Sleep Disorders

sleep latency
Sleep disorders The time period from lights out/bedtime to sleep onset


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Multiple sleep latency test measures how long it takes for you to fall asleep during the day.
Results indicated improvement in sleep quality after 2 weeks of supplementation, along with decreases in sleep latency and daytime dysfunction after 4 weeks.
The study report said that the participant who received CBT-I reported significantly decreased sleep latency and wake after sleep onset, significantly reduced pain, and increased sleep efficiency.
 
 
 
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