About Our Program |
Circadian Rhythm |
Healthy Sleep/Sleep Hygiene |
Insomnia |
Narcolepsy |
Our Physicians |
Our Services |
Parasomnia |
Patient Education Materials |
Restless Leg Syndrome/Perodic Limb Movements |
Sleep Apnea |
Sleep Diary |
Sleep Test |
Snoring |
Support Groups and Resources
UT Southwestern Medical Center has a caring staff of medical professionals who are committed to enhancing patients’ quality of life, as well as meeting the needs of patients’ families. We can direct patients to a variety of informative and enriching support groups and other resources, which can be tailored to meet their specific needs.
At UT Southwestern, excellence in patient care includes helping point the way to resources patients may not be familiar with, but which have proved invaluable to others. We trust these services will assist patients as they move forward on the road to healing and improved health.
SleepEducation.com
Presented by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, this site offers articles on sleep disorders, tools and quizzes to evaluate your sleep patterns and a forum for people to share their struggles with sleep disorders.
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine accredits sleep centers and labs. This site offers resources and discussion forums for people with sleep disorders.
American Sleep Apnea Association
This nonprofit organization’s goal is reducing injury, disability and death from sleep apnea. Read more about this disorder, find a support group, or join a discussion forum.
Narcolepsy Network
The Narcolepsy Network is dedicated to raising awareness about narcolepsy, or excessive daytime sleepiness. The site offers information, screening tests, and answers to frequently asked questions about narcolepsy.
National Sleep Foundation
The National Sleep Foundation’s Web site offers a wide variety of information for anyone suffering from a sleep disorder. Tools and quizzes, information sheets, an Ask the Expert forum, and a calendar of upcoming events are all available.
Post-Polio Health International (PHI)
Post-Polio Health International's mission is to enhance the lives and independence of polio survivors and home ventilator users through education, advocacy, research and networking.
Restless Leg Syndrome Foundation
Up to 10 percent of the population may have restless leg syndrome (RLS), and this organization is devoted to supporting and educating patients and their families. Communicate with others who have the disorder, find a support group, and learn more about RLS.
