Sleep Habits and Routines of Individuals Diagnosed with Mental and/or Substance-Use Disorders

Jennifer Gardner, Margaret Swarbrick, Sarah Dennis, Monica Franklin, Melinda Pricken, Kellie Palmer

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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore sleep habits and routines in individuals (N = 52) with mental and/or substance-use disorders attending community wellness centers. Outcome measures included Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), a researcher developed survey to analyze habits and routines and its effect on sleep, and semi-structured interviews. Results showed 78.6% of participants had poor sleep as per PSQI. Facilitators of sleep included turning off lights, listening to music, and taking a bath/shower, while barriers included taking a nap, smoking, and using the phone. The findings can guide assessment and intervention for sleep preparation and participation.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)158-177
Number of pages20
JournalOccupational Therapy in Mental Health
Volume37
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - 2021

Keywords

  • mental disorders
  • occupational therapy
  • sleep participation
  • Sleep preparation
  • substance-use disorders

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