Patient Information
These patient information resources from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine will help you learn about the importance of healthy sleep. The AASM also provides accurate information to help you understand the treatment options for sleep disorders such as insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea. You can get help for a sleep problem by contacting a sleep center or scheduling a telemedicine video visit. Patient related inquiries can be sent to patients@aasm.org.
Sleep is Good Medicine | Public Education Campaign
The AASM launched the Sleep is Good Medicine campaign to increase public education about the importance of sleep and its connection to health. The campaign is encouraging people to talk to their doctor about their sleep concerns and providing tips to support health care professionals in helping their patients improve their sleep health.
SleepEducation.org | Sleep Health Information
The AASM’s Sleep Education website provides accurate patient education information. Visit sleepeducation.org to learn about healthy sleep and sleep disorders. The site also has a searchable directory of AASM-accredited sleep centers across the nation.
AASM Patient Guides | Diagnosis and Treatment
Review these patient-friendly guides that help explain clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and insomnia. You can use these guides to identify questions to ask your doctor.
Defend Your Sleep | Aaron Taylor | Sleep Apnea
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and Super Bowl champion Aaron Taylor are teaming up to help you “Defend Your Sleep” by tackling obstructive sleep apnea. Aaron shares how getting help for sleep apnea has changed his life, and he encourages you to pay attention to warning signs such as snoring and daytime sleepiness.