A 55-year-old male with a history of major depressive disord…
A 55-year-old male with a history of major depressive disorder, type 2 diabetes, and chronic pain reports persistent nonrestorative sleep, difficulty maintaining sleep, and increased fatigue. He denies loud snoring or restless legs but notes worsening mood, glucose fluctuations, and frequent nighttime awakenings. Based on this presentation, which interpretation best reflects the clinical significance of comorbid sleep disorders?