Incidence

Incidence - Sleep Disturbances

Women are more prone to sleep disturbances like Insomnia

Insomnia:

The sleep disorder most frequently reported by women is Insomnia. As many as 80% of women report premenstrual symptoms including Insomnia. Menopausal and postmenopausal women are more likely to report frequent Insomnia (56%) than Premenopausal (49%) women.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA):

The prevalence of OSA has been estimated at 5.2% for women aged 40-64. Postmenopausal women are 2.6 times more likely than premenopausal women to have an Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI) greater than 5.

Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (PLMD):

The prevalence of PLMD increases significantly with age. No gender difference exists in the prevalence of PLMD. Studies have estimated that as many as 45% of the independently living population older than 65 years show the minimal criteria for diagnosis of PLMD.

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS):

The prevalence of RLS has been reported at 10% for those aged 30-79 years. No gender difference exists in the prevalence of RLS. Smoking, diabetes mellitus, pregnancy, greater age, and greater body mass index significantly increase the incidence of RLS.

References

1. Sleep Disorders in Women - (http://www.emedicinehealth.com/sleep_disorders_in_women/article_em.htm)
2. Sleep Dysfunction in Women - (http://www.emedicine.com/neuro/topic656.htm)