Schlafstörung

sleep disorder

noun SHLAHF-shtoe-roong Rare

Also means

insomnia (in general use)

Usage Note

Schlafstörung is the general term for any disruption of normal sleep patterns, including difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or sleeping too much. The specific inability to sleep is Insomnie. Chronic Schlafstörungen are linked to cardiovascular and mental health problems.

Examples

"Ihr Arzt überwies sie an einen Schlaflabor-Spezialisten wegen chronischer Schlafstörungen."

Natural Translation

Her doctor referred her to a sleep lab specialist because of chronic sleep disorders.

Literal Translation

Her doctor referred her to a sleep laboratory specialist because of chronic sleep disorders.

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