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The Hidden Sleep Disorders Show

About the show.

Millions of people feel constantly exhausted but are told they are simply stressed, depressed, lazy, or sleeping poorly. In reality, many of them have undiagnosed sleep disorders. The Hidden Sleep Disorders Show uncovers the medical conditions hiding behind unexplained fatigue and poor sleep. Hosted by sleep specialist Dr. Vishal Saini, the show explores the science, diagnosis, and treatment of sleep disorders most people have never heard of. Each episode helps listeners understand what might actually be happening in their body, what testing and treatments exist today, and what new research may change the future of sleep medicine. This is not a sleep-tips show. It’s a diagnosis awareness show for people who know something about their sleep isn’t right.

About the host.

Dr. Vishal Saini — Sleep Medicine Physician. Dr. Vishal Saini is a sleep medicine physician, researcher, and medical leader focused on uncovering the causes of hidden and underdiagnosed sleep disorders. He is the Research and Medical Director at the Mid-West Center for Sleep Disorders in Lansing, Michigan, Medical Director of the Sound Asleep Sleep Lab in… Read the full profile →

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Ep 12 · Sep 9, 2026 · 28 min

Why Tired Kids Sometimes Look Hyperactive

Welcome back to the Hidden Sleep Disorders Show. In this episode, the conversation focuses on how sleep disorders present differently in children compared to adults and why these issues are often overlooked or misdiagnosed as normal childhood behavior. With…

Ep 11 · Aug 21, 2026 · 29 min

Acting Out Your Dreams and Understanding REM Sleep Behavior Disorder

Welcome back to the Hidden Sleep Disorders Show! In this episode, Dr. Saini dives into a condition that sounds like something from a movie: people physically acting out their dreams while asleep. The conversation unpacks REM Behavior Disorder (RBD), a sleep…

Ep 10 · Aug 6, 2026 · 30 min

Why Shift Work Disorder Is More Than Just Feeling Tired on the Job

Today´s conversation focused on the realities of shift work disorder, a condition often misunderstood or dismissed as just part of working odd hours. A key theme that emerged was the significant impact of misaligned circadian rhythms on both sleep quality…

Ep 9 · Jul 22, 2026 · 37 min

Why Insomnia Is a Symptom, Not a Diagnosis

Welcome back to the Hidden Sleep Disorders Show! In this episode, we're taking a deep dive into the real causes behind insomnia, a condition that affects countless people and frustrates both patients and doctors alike. Too often, insomnia is treated as the…

Ep 8 · Jul 8, 2026 · 34 min

Beyond Sleepiness: Real-Life Red Flags and Recognition of Narcolepsy

Welcome back to the Hidden Sleep Disorder show, where we shine a light on conditions often misunderstood or overlooked. In this episode, sleep specialist Dr. Vishal Saini dives deep into narcolepsy, one of the most misdiagnosed and frequently missed sleep…

Ep 7 · Jun 15, 2026 · 32 min

The Truth About Sleep Studies: Home Versus Lab Tests and Their Role in Diagnosis

Welcome back to the Hidden Sleep Disorder Show! In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Vishal Saini to unravel the mysteries behind sleep studies, from what really happens during an overnight test at a sleep center to how modern home-based tests work and their…

Ep 6 · Jun 2, 2026 · 40 min

When Sleep Studies Miss the Mark: Understanding Hidden Sleep Disorders

Welcome back to the Hidden Sleep Disorder show, where we shine a light on the often-misunderstood world of sleep disorders. In today’s episode, sleep specialist Dr. Saini unpacks one of the most frustrating experiences for patients: being told their sleep…

Ep 5 · May 18, 2026 · 32 min

The Mystery of Idiopathic Hypersomnia: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Hope for the Sleepy

Dr. Vishal Saini is a dedicated sleep specialist with a deep understanding of rare sleep disorders like idiopathic hypersomnia. He describes his patients as individuals who battle overwhelming daytime sleepiness and severe sleep inertia, what he calls “sleep…

Ep 4 · May 7, 2026 · 36 min

Sleep Paralysis to Cataplexy: A Deep Dive into Narcolepsy

Welcome back to the Hidden Sleep Disorder Show! In this episode, Dr. Vishal Saini shines a spotlight on narcolepsy, one of the most misunderstood sleep disorders. While popular media often portrays narcolepsy as people collapsing or dozing off…

Ep 3 · Apr 27, 2026 · 31 min

Uncovering Hidden Sleep Disorders Why So Many Go Undiagnosed for Years

Welcome to another episode of the Hidden Sleep Disorders Show. Today, host and sleep specialist Dr. Saini will shed light on the surprisingly common reality that many sleep disorders go undiagnosed for years, even decades. He explores why so many people…

Ep 2 · Apr 7, 2026 · 41 min

Uncovering Hidden Sleep Disorders: Why You’re Exhausted Even After a Full Night’s Rest

Welcome to The Hidden Sleep Disorders show, where we shine a light on the often-overlooked medical conditions that lurk behind chronic fatigue, poor sleep, and unexplained exhaustion. In this episode, Dr. Vishal Saini explores why millions wake up tired…

Ep 1 · Mar 10, 2026 · 1 min

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Millions of people feel constantly exhausted but are told they are simply stressed, depressed, lazy, or sleeping poorly. In reality, many of them have undiagnosed sleep disorders. The Hidden Sleep Disorders Show uncovers the medical conditions hiding behind…

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