New Edition of International Classification of Sleep Disorders Available

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has released the 3rd edition of the International Classification of Sleep Disorders (ICSD-3) as an eBook in its resource library. This authoritative text is used by clinicians and researchers alike for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. The previous edition was published in 2005. It is the collective opinion of sleep experts from the AASM who determine the names, symptoms, and diagnostic features of the most common sleep problems. These disorders are divided into six broad categories that include: Insomnia Sleep-related Breathing Disorders (snoring, sleep apnea) Hypersomnias (disorders of excessive sleepiness) Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders Parasomnias (sleep behaviors) Sleep-related Movement Disorders (such as PLMS) The ICSD-3 was updated in 2014 and includes important content revisions. In particular, the sections on insomnia and narcolepsy have been significantly revised. The book includes diagnostic codes that correspond to both the ICD-9 and upcoming ICD-10, used for billing purposes in a clinic setting. The book is available to members of the AASM for $60 and to non-members for $100. It is not yet available in a print edition. Follow me on Twitter or Facebook or Google+ to receive notice of all the latest updates to this site.New Edition of International Classification of Sleep Disorders Available originally appeared on About.com Sleep Disorders on Friday, March 14th, 2014 at 12:29:37.Perm...
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