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Review
. 2023 Aug 1;29(4):1234-1252.
doi: 10.1212/CON.0000000000001323.

Sleep Deprivation and Its Consequences

Oleg Y Chernyshev
Review

Sleep Deprivation and Its Consequences

Oleg Y Chernyshev. Continuum (Minneap Minn). .

Abstract

Objective: This article reviews the clinical, cognitive, behavioral, and physiologic consequences of sleep deprivation in relation to general neurology practice.

Latest developments: Despite being one of the most common sleep problems in modern society, the role of sleep deprivation is underrecognized and underestimated in clinical medicine and general neurology practice. The recognition, diagnosis, and management of sleep deprivation in neurologic practice have only recently received close attention. The consequences of sleep deprivation involve all aspects of general neurology practice, including individuals with neurologic disease, neurologists, communities, and health care systems. The identification and timely management of sleep deprivation symptoms may help to improve symptoms of underlying primary neurologic disorders.

Essential points: This article emphasizes complexities related to the identification and evaluation of sleep deprivation in general neurology practice and describes the consequences of sleep deprivation. By recognizing sleep deprivation in patients with neurologic conditions, the neurologist can provide comprehensive care and contribute to improved clinical and neurologic outcomes.

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