101 Questions on Insomnia

Name: 101 Questions on Insomnia
ISBN: 9787567923065

全民健康科普丛书编写组Peking Union Medical College Press · ChinaApr 2025

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Word count: 97 words
Chapters: 8
ISBN: 9787567923065

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Summary

Insomnia refers to a subjective experience in which patients are dissatisfied with their sleep duration and/or quality and which affects daytime social functioning; it is a common sleep-related disorder. As the pace of social life continues to accelerate and work pressure increases, more and more people are facing insomnia. Through 101 concise, accessible questions and answers, this book introduces basic sleep-related knowledge, sleep-related disorders, how to establish good sleep routines, and how to treat related sleep disorders, enabling general readers to break down the barriers of arcane medical knowledge, gain a comprehensive understanding of health knowledge related to insomnia, improve their medical literacy, and strengthen their confidence in treatment.

Editor's review

Insomnia 101 Questions is one of the titles in the Public Health Popular Science Series, published by Peking Union Medical College Press. As a popular science work from a professional medical publisher, the book has a clear positioning: it is not an abstruse medical monograph but a practical guide for the general public. The book uses a question-and-answer format to systematically organize 101 key questions around insomnia, a common problem that troubles many people. From the basic concept of "what is insomnia" to the types, causes, and self-assessment methods of insomnia, and then to non-pharmacological intervention strategies, precautions for medication use, and coping with insomnia in special populations, the content is comprehensive and progresses layer by layer.

Professionalism is a notable feature of this book. The writing team draws on the medical background of the Peking Union Medical College system, ensuring the scientific and accurate nature of the content while avoiding an excessive pile-up of technical jargon; the language is accessible and easy to understand. The book's introduction of non-pharmacological interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy and sleep hygiene education reflects the mainstream philosophy of modern sleep medicine, namely emphasizing comprehensive management and lifestyle adjustment rather than relying solely on medication. Regarding the use of sleeping pills, the book also offers a prudent and balanced view, providing guidance when necessary while also flagging potential risks and dependence issues, which reflects a responsible approach to popular science.

The reading value lies in its "toolbox" nature. Readers need not read the whole book; they can quickly find relevant answers and suggestions for their specific problems, much like consulting a dictionary, making it highly practical. It helps readers understand sleep scientifically, dispel common misconceptions, and establish healthy sleep awareness and behavioral patterns. Overall, this is a reliable and practical entry-level self-help manual for sleep health, especially suitable for readers who wish to systematically understand insomnia and try to improve it themselves. Its authoritative source also adds to the credibility of the content.

Who it's for

A good fit for

General readers who have long been troubled by sleep problems and wish to understand the causes of insomnia and scientific ways to cope with it
People interested in sleep health who wish to establish good sleep habits and read preventively
Non-professional caregivers who need to offer preliminary advice on sleep problems to family members or friends
Readers who want reliable, systematic popular science knowledge about insomnia in order to discern the authenticity of online information

Not a good fit for

Medical professionals seeking in-depth academic research or the latest advances in clinical treatment
Patients with severe sleep disorders who expect one-on-one precise diagnosis and personalized treatment plans

Reading tips

It is recommended to first browse the table of contents and jump to the relevant chapters based on one's most pressing concerns (such as difficulty falling asleep or early awakening)
While reading, compare the sleep hygiene suggestions in the book with one's own habits and try to make small, actionable changes
For the sections involving medication use, it is advisable to treat them as background knowledge; always consult a doctor for actual medication

About the publisher

Peking Union Medical College Press China · Founded in 1989

Peking Union Medical College Press focuses on medical academic publishing while also covering the social sciences. Judging from the 285 books in the database, its publishing centers on clinical medicine, public health and medical education: it offers translated clinical reference works such as The Sanford Guide to Antimicrobial Therapy (new translation, 53rd edition), the annual China Cardiovascular Health and Disease Report series, and monographs including Medicine in Rural China, Facial Nerve Studies, and Endoscope-Assisted Microneurosurgery. Its authors include international medical writers such as David Gilbert and Henry Chambers as well as Chinese scholars such as Chen Zhiqian, Wang Chen and Zhang Konglai. Its publishing features a balance between introducing authoritative international guidelines and presenting domestic academic achievements, alongside textbooks and works on the training of doctors.

版权信息
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前言
一睡眠基本知识
二为什么会失眠
三失眠治疗之建立良好睡眠习惯
四失眠的治疗之药物治疗
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FAQ

How authoritative is this book?

This book was compiled by a professional medical publisher—Peking Union Medical College Press—and draws on the background of the Peking Union Medical College medical system. Its content is scientific and rigorous, making it a reliable popular health science reader.

Are the methods in the book effective?

The methods introduced in the book are based on the consensus of modern sleep medicine, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and sleep hygiene education, which are internationally recognized first-line non-pharmacological interventions. Effects vary from person to person; the key lies in understanding the principles and persisting in practice.

Is it suitable for children or the elderly?

The content is written for adults and the language is accessible. There are dedicated sections mentioning sleep problems in children and the elderly, which can serve as general reference. If a family member has a specific sleep disorder, professional medical evaluation is still needed.

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全民健康科普丛书编写组 Author

The Editorial Group for the National Health Popular Science Series is a writing team that publishes under a collective name and works on popular health and medical science. Public information about it is limited, and the composition of its members and their personal backgrounds have not been disclosed. Judging from the ten titles held in the collection, the group mainly addresses general readers and organizes its content around common and frequently occurring diseases, covering topics such as cervical spondylosis, allergic diseases, osteoporosis, obesity, skin diseases, anemia, stroke, and breast diseases, with health and medicine as the usual categories. Its writing mostly takes a question-and-answer form, with titles combining a disease name and a number of questions, such as 150 Questions on Cervical Spondylosis and 185 Questions on Allergic Diseases; the questions are specific and clearly directed, making it convenient for readers to consult as needed. The overall style is practical and accessible, turning medical knowledge into everyday guidance on prevention, recognition, and seeking medical care, and is suitable as family health reading material with practical value for spreading health knowledge.