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by Tomte 2899 days ago
I‘ve just bought it on that recommendation, but have only read the table of contents, yet.

I was a bit disappointed that he does not discuss some common sleep disorders, only others that I haven‘t recently been diagnosed with.

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In the book he says he chose the most prevalent to avoid meandering too much. His discussion of those disorders and the more general discussion of what is happening in the body when we sleep have helped me pinpoint some issues I have been having, even though I don't have a sleep disorder. I highly recommend it.
I recommend Meir Kryger's "The Mystery of Sleep." In the middle of the book, each chapter is devoted to a different sleep disorder (with accompanying anecdote).

It focused too much on these disorders for my taste, which might make it perfect for your taste.

https://www.amazon.com/Mystery-Sleep-Nights-Better-Healthier...

I recommend "The Promise of Sleep" by Dr. William C. Dement of Stanford. I don't know if it covers your interest, but I found it informative.