[Sleep disorders in connection with somatic symptom disorders].

Abstract

Somatic symptom disorders and sleep disorders are very prevalent in the general population. They both have a huge impact on quality of life. These disorders have influences on each other with potential bidirectional exacerbations. It is then very important to look for them and to treat them concomitantly. This article gives a short overview of main sleep disorders in connection with somatic symptom disorders, their respective influences and their treatment.