Sleep in Psychiatric Practice: Essentials of Sleep Assessment and Insomnia Management

Sleep disturbances are among the most common and impactful concerns encountered in psychiatric practice, influencing the presentation, treatment, and outcomes of nearly every mental health condition. This session provides a practical foundation in the assessment and management of insomnia and other common sleep disturbances, with an emphasis on recognizing underlying sleep disorders, differentiating primary and secondary insomnia, and selecting evidence-based behavioral and pharmacologic interventions. Through clinical cases, faculty will discuss strategies for incorporating sleep assessment into routine psychiatric care and improving patient outcomes through individualized treatment planning.