Psychophysiological Insomnia Treatment in Turkey
About Psychophysiological Insomnia
Key Highlights
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Non-pharmacological, addressing the root psychological causes of insomnia.Evidence-based, primarily using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).Focuses on breaking the cycle of anxiety and conditioned arousal associated with the bed and bedtime.Empowers patients with long-term self-management skills for sleep.Typically involves no medication, avoiding potential side effects or dependency.Can lead to sustained improvements in sleep quality and daytime energy./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep despite adequate opportunity for sleep.
- Excessive focus on and anxiety about the inability to sleep.
- Ability to sleep better away from one's own bedroom (e.g., on vacation).
- Conditioned arousal where the bed/bedroom becomes associated with frustration and wakefulness.
- Insomnia persisting for at least three months (chronic insomnia).
- Daytime impairments such as fatigue, mood disturbances, or cognitive issues due to poor sleep.
- Preference for a non-drug treatment approach or unsatisfactory response to sleep medications.
How to prepare
- Initial consultation with the psychologist to discuss sleep history, patterns, and concerns.
- Completion of sleep diaries for 1-2 weeks to track sleep-wake patterns, habits, and thoughts.
- Possible referral for a medical evaluation to rule out other sleep disorders (e.g., sleep apnea) or medical conditions.
- Discussion of current medications and lifestyle factors (caffeine, alcohol, screen time).
- Setting realistic goals and expectations for therapy outcomes.
Risks & possible complications
- Temporary increase in daytime sleepiness or fatigue during initial phases of sleep restriction therapy.
- Frustration or discouragement if progress feels slow.
- Potential for heightened anxiety when confronting sleep-related thoughts and behaviors.
- Rarely, strain in the therapeutic relationship if expectations are not aligned.
- The treatment requires consistent effort and practice; non-adherence to techniques can limit effectiveness.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is a process of relearning healthy sleep habits; there is no surgical or physical recovery.
- Regular follow-up sessions (weekly or bi-weekly) to monitor progress and adjust techniques.
- Continued practice of learned CBT-I skills (e.g., stimulus control, relaxation) at home.
- Gradual consolidation of improved sleep patterns over several weeks to months.
- Development of a long-term maintenance plan to prevent relapse.
- Focus on integrating good sleep hygiene into daily life for sustained benefits.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient therapy)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing process over 4-8 weeks of active therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering psychophysiological insomnia in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with psychology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform psychophysiological insomnia. MediFyr helps you compare psychologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for psychophysiological insomnia compare across other countries where we have data.
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