Sleep Disorders in Women (cont.)
Medical Author:
Gila Hertz, PhD, ABSM
Coauthor:
Mary E Cataletto, MD
Medical Editor:
Anthony M Murro, MD
Medical Editor:
Mary L Windle, PharmD
Medical Editor:
Carmel Armon, MD, MHS, MSc
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Women are twice as likely as men to have difficulties falling asleep or maintaining sleep, although before puberty no significant differences are apparent.
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