This will eliminate other disorders such as sleep apnea and narcolepsy. This continual need for sleep will eventually cause a lot of distress and interfere with all areas of your life , from work to home life. The hyperomniac may sleep up to twelve hours a night, and still need frequent daytime naps. If you are diagnosed as a victim of recurrent hypersomnia, this is also called Kleine-Levin Syndrome. This syndrome usually affects males more than females and begins some time in the teens.
Hypersomnia is one of the symptoms of major depression .
Bi-polar patients may also experience hypersomnia during depressive periods. The cause of hypersomnia is unknown and may vary from victim to victim. Treatment, therefore, consists of changes in behavior , practicing good sleep hygiene and the use of stimulants. Don't nap during the day if you can avoid it. Also avoid things that may interfere with sleep patterns, like alcohol, caffeine near bed time and shift work.