Nearly 7 million Americans suffer from sleepless nights due to restless legs syndrome (RLS). RLS is a neurological disorder characterized by an uncontrollable urge to move the legs during periods of inactivity or while at rest. Just in time for Sleep Awareness Week, the #StopMakingExcuses campaign is launching and is designed to raise awareness about the impact RLS has on sleep.
Many Americans living with RLS delay or avoid talking with their doctor about their symptoms and can go years without seeking medical help. In fact, those who experience RLS symptoms may not even realize they have RLS and attribute difficulty falling or staying asleep to insomnia or other sleep disorders. By not discussing the cause of their sleeping problems, they are misdiagnosed and often prescribed medicine that does little for their condition or quality-of-life.
In this satellite interview, psychologist Robin Goldstein discusses RLS – from its symptoms and causes to how those with it can get a good night’s sleep. She’ll also talk about how the #StopMakingExcuses social media campaign is raising awareness about RLS and encouraging meaningful dialogue driving sufferers to talk to their doctor about RLS.
To join the RLS conversation on Facebook or Twitter use the #StopMakingExcuses hashtag. For more information about RLS, visit www.norestforrls.com and www.rls.org.
- What is RLS? “It’s a neurological disorder and it creates a sensation, an irresistible sensation in the legs and the main reason that it’s a problem is that it can interfere with getting a good night’s sleep. And getting a good night’s sleep is really essential to your health, your mental health, and your physical well-being.”
- What is being done to raise awareness about RLS? “We are launching a hashtag today, #StopMakingExcuses to try to help raise awareness. That’ll be on social media.— To help people see that getting a good night’s sleep is as important as getting exercise, and good nutrition; which we’re learning more about, and to stop making excuses and do something about it. Start a conversation with your doctor, with your family, to see if you need to take some different steps to make sleep important.”
MORE ABOUT DR. ROBIN GOLDSTEIN:
Dr. Goldstein is a member of the American Psychological Association and Past President of the Palm Chapter of the Florida Psychological Association. She is a licensed psychologist with a Doctorate in Counseling from Boston University. Her BA, cum laude, was earned in psychology from Boston University. Her work employs an active, empowering approach that is geared toward breaking dysfunctional patterns, increasing self-understanding and maximizing growth and strength. She uses a blend of approaches to derive the greatest benefit, tailoring the approach to the individual. Her extensive experience allows her to accurately and quickly assess the problem and develop an effective treatment plan. Dr. Goldstein has worked in a variety of settings over the years including hospitals, adolescent treatment centers and nursing homes.
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