Sleep Resources

These resources can offer additional information on sleep-related issues.

Organizations

National Sleep Foundation
Sleep disorders information; publications; advocacy initiatives (legislation); annual Sleep in America Poll.
http://www.sleepfoundation.org/

Sign up for the National Sleep Foundation Alert, a free e-mail newsletter.
http://www.sleepfoundation.org/site/c.huIXKjM0IxF/b.2418879/k.990D/ENewsletter.htm

American Academy of Sleep Medicine
Directory of accredited sleep centers; information for public and professionals.
http://www.aasmnet.org/

National Center on Sleep Disorders Research (National Institutes of Health)
Information and publications; sleep quiz; Sleep in Youth/Drowsy Driving information.
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/about/ncsdr/index.htm

The American Sleep Apnea Association
Information about diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea; personal stories. Sponsors the A.W.A.K.E. support group network, which has chapters nationwide.
http://www.sleepapnea.org/

Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation
FAQs about RLS, support groups, and research.
http://www.rls.org/

Narcolepsy Network
FAQs and general information.
http://www.narcolepsynetwork.org/

Books
There are a number of informative books written about sleep and insomnia. Contact a sleep association or talk to your local librarian or bookseller for some specific suggestions.