Sleep Deficiency and Psoriasis: Implications for Clinical Practice

Adults with psoriasis experience sleep deficiency due to poor sleep habits, underlying sleep disorders (obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia), and symptoms of pruritus and pain. This article aims to provide an overview of (1) psoriasis, (2) sleep deficiency in psoriasis, (3) sleep assessment, and (4) the clinical implications of sleep deficiency in psoriasis. Routine assessment and treatment of sleep deficiency in clinical practice may improve quality of life, facilitate disease management, and decrease health care utilization.