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Comparative analysis of sleep physiology using qualitative and quantitative criteria for insomnia symptoms. | LitMetric

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  • Defining insomnia is complex due to its variable nature and reliance on subjective self-reports, as objective measures like polysomnography (PSG) have limitations, emphasizing the need for nuanced approaches like EEG spectral analysis.
  • This study focuses on identifying EEG markers of insomnia by combining patient reports with objective data (such as ORP and spectral features) to address inconsistencies in previous research.
  • Findings indicate that ORP is a significant marker for distinguishing insomnia patients, with elevated beta power suggesting insomnia is linked to increased cortical arousal, highlighting the importance of integrating different types of data to understand sleep disturbances better.

Article Abstract

Despite decades of research, defining insomnia remains challenging due to its complex and variable nature. Various diagnostic systems emphasize the chronic nature of insomnia and its impact on daily functioning, relying heavily on patient self-reporting due to limitations in objective measures like polysomnography (PSG). Discrepancies between subjective experiences and objective PSG results highlight the need for more nuanced approaches, such as electroencephalogram (EEG) spectral analysis, which reveals distinct patterns of high-frequency activity in individuals with insomnia. This study explores EEG markers of insomnia by integrating subjective reports with objective physiological markers, specifically ORP (Odds-Ratio-Product) and spectral features, to address inconsistencies found in previous research and clinical settings. Qualitative and quantitative definitions of insomnia are contrasted to highlight differences in sleep architecture and EEG characteristics. The research aims to determine whether groups defined by weekly frequency and daily duration of symptoms have different distribution patterns and which physiological characteristics best distinguish insomnia patients from controls. Our findings suggest that ORP, as a dependent variable, captures the most significant differences in the independent variables across the model. Elevated beta power in insomnia patients indicates increased cortical arousal, supporting the perspective of insomnia as a hyperarousal disorder. Future research should focus on using ORP to enhance the understanding of sleep disturbances in insomnia. Comprehensive evaluation of insomnia requires integrating qualitative, quantitative, and neurophysiological data to fully understand its impact on sleep architecture and quality.

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