Another Reason to Avoid Drugs for Pain Relief S
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Sleep Dysfunction as a Core Feature of Opioid Use Disorder
More than 75 percent of people with opioid use disorder have sleep problems, such as irregular sleep schedules, not sleeping enough, and/or having a sleep disorder (e.g., insomnia, sleep apnea). While inadequate sleep impairs quality of life, it also may contribute directly to addiction, including reward, stress, emotional regulation, decision making, and social engagement.
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