The Sleep Expectation–Reality Gap: Exploring Discrepancies Between Perceived and Ideal Sleep Duration in Primary Care Patients
A substantial expectation-reality gap in sleep duration exists, linked to insomnia severity, older age, and lifestyle factors. Addressing maladaptive sleep expectations through cognitive-behavioral interventions in primary care may improve sleep satisfaction and reduce insomnia-related distress.
Authors
- Carlos De las Cuevas (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5742-905X)
- María Segovia
Institutions
- Universidad de La Laguna (ES)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Healthcare
- Published
- 2025-03-17
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13060650
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Sleep and related disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 6.35