Does your teen stay up all night
and sleep until lunchtime the next day? Is this interfering with school and
social events? He or she may have delayed sleep phase disorder. Sounds scary but it is really a very common and
treatable condition that often develops during the teenage years. Symptoms include inability to fall asleep
until late at night or even early morning hours with subsequent desire to sleep
until late the next morning or even into the afternoon hours. Diagnosis is made
by talking with your doctor and possible review of a sleep log. Treatment can
include evaluating sleep hygiene, light
therapy, and medications. Here at Colonial Family Practice we have a fully
accredited sleep lab with a board certified sleep physician capable of
diagnosing and treating a wide range of sleep disorders. If you think you or a
loved one may have delayed sleep phase disorder please ask your doctor .
Posted By:
Mitch Grunsky, MD
