Diagnosis Dictionary

Hypersomnia (Causes)

Excessive sleepiness that intrudes on daily functions for a month or more may affect teens and young adults. It is also a common accompaniment to depression. Stimulants and adherence to good sleep routines can alleviate symptoms.
  • Self-imposed short sleep time
  • Medications (tranquilizers, sleeping pills, antihistamines)
  • Sleep disorders (such as obstructive sleep apnea isolated sleep paralysis and restless leg syndrome)
  • Other medical conditions (such as hypothyroidism, hypercalcemia, and hypo/hypernatremia)
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