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International classification of sleep disorders is a  comprehensive guide to sleep disorders.
==Introduction==
Sleep is an essential component of our overall health and well-being, yet for many people, getting a good night's sleep can be a challenge. 
==ICSD==
The international classification of sleep disorders (ICSD) is a comprehensive categorization of sleep disorders that provides a standard classification system for sleep specialists and healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat sleep disorders. 
==History==
The ICSD was developed by the american academy of sleep medicine and is widely used in the medical community.
==Classification==
* One of the key features of the icsd is its classification system, which allows for a consistent and systematic approach to diagnosing sleep disorders. 
* The ICSD provides detailed descriptions and diagnostic criteria for each of the sleep disorders it categorizes. 
* This information is essential for sleep specialists and healthcare professionals to accurately diagnose sleep disorders and provide effective treatment. 
* The ICSD includes a broad range of sleep disorders, including those that affect the quality and quantity of sleep, such as insomnia, restless leg syndrome, and sleep apnea, as well as those that affect the timing of sleep, such as circadian rhythm disorders and delayed sleep phase disorder.
==Types of sleep disorders - categories==
* This system includes categories for primary sleep disorders, sleep-related breathing disorders, central disorders of hypersomnolence, parasomnias, sleep-related movement disorders, and medical and psychiatric conditions that affect sleep. 
* Within each category, there are subcategories that provide a more detailed classification of specific disorders.
==Diagnostic criteria==
* The ICSD also includes diagnostic criteria for each disorder, which can help healthcare professionals determine if an individual is suffering from a sleep disorder. 
* These diagnostic criteria are based on research and clinical experience, and they provide a comprehensive guide for healthcare professionals to use when evaluating a patient's symptoms and making a diagnosis.
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