Hypersomnias and Parasomnias
In this module, you will review the nosological classification, diagnostic criteria, pathophysiology and treatment of hypersomnias and parasomnias.
- This module will aim to enable students:
- To understand nosological classifications and definitions of hypersomnias
- To describe the diagnostic criteria, prevalence, morbidity and comorbidities of Narcolepsy and Kleine-Levin Syndrome
- To describe the pathophysiology of Narcolepsy and Kleine-Levin Syndrome
- To gain knowledge of, and appraise the utility of, treatment options for Narcolepsy and Kleine-Levin Syndrome
- To understand nosological classifications and definitions of parasomnias
- To describe the diagnostic criteria, prevalence, morbidity and comorbidities of parasomnias
- To describe the pathophysiology of parasomnias
- To gain knowledge of, and appraise the utility of, treatment options for parasomnias
This module usually takes place November-December (of Year 2 for MSC/PGDip students)