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Women's Sleep Disorders: Integrative Care.

Cristina Frange1, Carolina Vicente Banzoli1, Ana Elisa Colombo2

  • 1Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Departament Psychobiology - São Paulo - SP - Brazil.

Sleep Science (Sao Paulo, Brazil)
|February 8, 2018
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Integrative care, combining conventional and complementary/alternative medicine (CAM), benefits women with sleep disorders. This biopsychosocial approach enhances lifestyle and quality of life by focusing on the whole person.

Area of Science:

  • Integrative Medicine
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Women's Health

Background:

  • The integrative care model utilizes a biopsychosocial approach, focusing on the whole person rather than solely on disease or therapy.
  • Previous research indicates that integrative care interventions positively impact women's lifestyle and quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the utilization of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) alongside traditional medicine for women experiencing sleep conditions.
  • To share clinical experiences and insights from a Womens Sleep Disorders Integrative Treatment Outpatient Clinic.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive approach sharing clinical practice and experiences within an integrative care setting.
  • Focus on a collaborative health team including physicians, psychologists, physiotherapists, acupuncturists, and specialists in meditation, nutrition, and floral therapy.
Keywords:
Complementary TherapiesIntrinsicSleepSleep DisordersWomen’s Health

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Main Results:

  • The developed integrative care model demonstrates potential physical and psychological benefits for women with sleep problems.
  • Discusses the wide-ranging benefits of this complex intervention and influencing contextual factors.

Conclusions:

  • Treating sleep complaints effectively requires a holistic approach, integrating conventional medicine with a caring relationship and CAM.
  • Exploring patients' lived experiences with CAM provides valuable insights into their needs, preferences, and values, informing healthcare providers.