Brain Imaging Links Chronic Insomnia To Reversible Cognitive Deficits Without Changes In Behavior
Wednesday, September 3, 2008 - 13:07
in Psychology & Sociology
A neuroimaging study has found that cognitive processes related to verbal fluency are compromised in people with insomnia despite the absence of a behavioral deficit. These specific brain function alterations can be reversed, however, through non-pharmacological treatment with sleep therapy.