Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome (DSPS)
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Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome (DSPS) is a sleep problem where your body’s sleep schedule is delayed. People with DSPS fall asleep and wake up much later than normal. This makes it hard to follow regular school, work, or social schedules. This sleep disorder is common in teenagers but can affect anyone.
DSPS can make you feel tired during the day and affect your daily life. While it’s not dangerous, it can cause stress and lower productivity. At Somnium Sleep, we help people with DSPS fix their sleep schedules and feel better.
What is Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome?
Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome (DSPS) is when your body’s internal clock is out of sync. You may feel wide awake at night and find it hard to wake up in the morning. This makes it tough to follow a normal routine.
DSPS is not the same as insomnia. People with DSPS can sleep well once they fall asleep, but their sleep timing is off. At Somnium Sleep, we help you adjust your sleep schedule to match your daily life.
Types of Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome
DSPS can be divided into two types.
1. Circadian Aligned
Your body clock is consistent but delayed, which means you have a delayed circadian rhythm. You sleep and wake up late every day.
2. Circadian Misaligned
Your body clock is irregular, making your sleep schedule unpredictable.
Knowing your sleep disorder type helps in finding the right treatment.
What Causes Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome?
DSPS can happen due to different reasons. Here are five common causes.
- Genetics: If your family has sleep problems, you might be more likely to have DSPS.
- Hormones: Teenagers often get DSPS because of changes in their body during puberty.
- Lifestyle: Staying up late, using phones at night, or having an irregular schedule can mess up your sleep.
- Mental Health: Stress, anxiety, or depression can make DSPS worse.
- Environment: Not getting enough sunlight during the day can affect your sleep cycle
Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome Symptoms
If you have DSPS, you might notice these signs.
- Trouble falling asleep at a normal time
- Hard to wake up early, even after enough sleep
- Feeling tired during the day
- Feeling more awake at night
- Not getting enough sleep despite trying
If you have these symptoms, contact Somnium Sleep for help.
How is Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome Diagnosed?
To diagnose DSPS, doctors will ask about your sleep habits. You might need to keep a sleep diary or wear a device to track your sleep for a few weeks. This helps them see your sleep pattern.
Sometimes, a sleep study is done to check for other sleep problems. At Somnium Sleep, we use the latest tools to diagnose DSPS and create a plan just for you.
Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome Treatment
Treating DSPS means fixing your sleep schedule. At Somnium Sleep, we offer treatments to help you sleep and wake up at the right times.
Changing Your Sleeping Habits
Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. Avoid caffeine and screens before bed.
Adjusting Your Sleeping Schedule
Try going to bed 15-30 minutes earlier each night until you reach your desired bedtime.
Light Therapy
Use bright light in the morning to help you wake up and avoid bright light at night.
Medication for Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome
Doctors may suggest melatonin or other medicines to help regulate your sleep.Our Happy Patients Sleep Better Every Day
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Exceptional service, this should be everyone's go-to sleep clinic! Dr. Nabi answered all my questions so kindly and made sure I was comfortable and well-informed prior to the sleep study. Highly recommend!
Mehvish Qureshi
Dr. Nabi is a very good doctor! I highly recommend visiting this clinic if you’re having any sleep issues.
Aminah S
I came to this office with a serious sleeping problem to the point of going crazy. I had been unable to sleep properly for many months. Dr. Nabi helped me a lot with his diagnosis. Apart from being an excellent doctor, he was kind and very professional. Thank you, Dr. Nabi and team.
Emperatriz Rodriguez
Deborah Goben
Dr. Nabi has been my sleep doctor for years now. No one compares to the exceptional service Somnium provides.
Forest Manor
Exceptional service, this should be everyone's go-to sleep clinic! Dr. Nabi answered all my questions so kindly and made sure I was comfortable and well-informed prior to the sleep study. Highly recommend!
Mehvish Qureshi
Dr. Nabi is a very good doctor! I highly recommend visiting this clinic if you’re having any sleep issues.
Aminah S
I came to this office with a serious sleeping problem to the point of going crazy. I had been unable to sleep properly for many months. Dr. Nabi helped me a lot with his diagnosis. Apart from being an excellent doctor, he was kind and very professional. Thank you, Dr. Nabi and team.
Emperatriz Rodriguez
Deborah Goben
Dr. Nabi has been my sleep doctor for years now. No one compares to the exceptional service Somnium provides.
Forest Manor
Exceptional service, this should be everyone's go-to sleep clinic! Dr. Nabi answered all my questions so kindly and made sure I was comfortable and well-informed prior to the sleep study. Highly recommend!
Mehvish Qureshi
Dr. Nabi is a very good doctor! I highly recommend visiting this clinic if you’re having any sleep issues.
Aminah S