Sleep disturbances are often viewed as a secondary symptom of post-traumatic stress
disorder (PTSD), thought to resolve once PTSD has been treated. Specific screening …

According to DSM IV criteria, sleep disturbances are incorporated in the definition of post-
traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). These include the re-experiencing symptoms (nightmares …

Abstract Purpose of Review The goal of this review is to integrate recent findings on sleep
disturbance and PTSD, examine sleep disturbance as a causal factor in the development of …

Objective: To present a critical review of the literature and research on sleep difficulties in
adults with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), more specifically the existing treatment …

Highlights•Sleep disturbances represent comorbid, rather than secondary, conditions in
PTSD.•A conceptual model reflecting a ongoing paradigm shift is offered.•Evidence-based …

Sleep disturbances frequently co-occur with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Insomnia
and nightmares are viewed as core symptoms of PTSD. Yet, relations between disturbed …

Research seeking to establish the relationship between sleep and posttraumatic stress
disorder (PTSD) is in its infancy. An empirically supported theory of the relationship is yet to …

Sleep disturbances are common in adults with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and
range from insomnia and nightmares to periodic leg movements and disruptive nocturnal …

Sleep disturbances are among the most commonly endorsed symptoms of post-traumatic
stress disorder (PTSD). Treatment modalities that are effective for the waking symptoms of …

Subjective reports of sleep disturbance indicate that 70–91% of patients with post-
traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have difficulty falling or staying asleep. Nightmares are …