Prevalence and associated factors of DSM-5 insomnia disorder in the general population of Qatar.

Salma Mawfek KhaledCatalina PetcuMaryam Ali Al-ThaniAisha Mohammed H A Al-HamadiSuhad Daher-NashifMonica ZolezziPeter Woodruff

Published in: BMC psychiatry (2021)

Insomnia prevalence was in the lower range of previously reported DSM-defined estimates from developed Western countries. Our findings highlight the need for raising awareness and improving sleep hygiene in potential risk groups such as younger adults and those of Arab ethnicity, in addition to incorporating insomnia screening in the provision of mental health services.

Keyphrases

sleep quality
risk factors
depressive symptoms
physical activity
palliative care
oral health