Lifetime prevalence, incidence, and risk factors for parasomnias were determined. Past experiences of non-REM, REM, and sleep-transition parasomnias were recorded. Diaries of night sleep duration, parasomnias, perception of aliens, levels of physical activity, headaches and intake of all substances,
BACKGROUND
Sleep-related disorders (SRDs) though frequent, are under-reported and their implications are often neglected.
OBJECTIVE
To estimate SRDs in an apparently healthy South Indian population.
METHODS
Data was collected by administering a questionnaire including Sleep Disorders Proforma,