Behavioral Strategies, Including Exercise, for Addressing Insomnia

Overview

Journal ACSMs Health Fit J

Date 2019 Aug 31

PMID 31467475

Citations 6

Authors

Rachel R Markwald

Imran Iftikhar

Shawn D Youngstedt

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Abstract

Summary Statement: Insomnia is associated with negative psychological and physiological health outcomes. Established behavioral strategies for addressing insomnia such as adoption of good sleep habits and engagement in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia have documented efficacy. Exercise is also efficacious with unique health benefits.

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