If you haven’t been sleeping well on a long-term basis, don’t be so quick to diagnosis yourself. Often times sleep is prevented or interrupted by conditions within the body, conditions that can be identified by a licensed physician using the results of a diagnostic sleep study. A diagnostic sleep study, also known as a polysomnogram […]
REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD) is a chronic, yet fascinating sleep condition that researchers are still working to fully understand. One of the defining features of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, the stage in which dreams occur, is paralysis of all body muscles except for the diaphragm (which is spared to permit breathing during REM […]
In the battle of conquering sleep, it is important to make sure we are getting the correct information. The National Sleep Foundation has compiled a short list of common myths about sleep with the real facts in order to protect us and help us sleep better. 1. Daytime sleepiness always means a person isn’t getting […]
There are many health risks associated with obesity, even for children. A new study suggests that sleep for children doesn’t just keep attention and behavioral problems at bay, it also may affect how much they eat. Researchers from Temple University found that when children slept more than their usual amount for a week, they […]
As we reached the end of Daylight Saving Time, many of us felt the power of an extra hour of sleep. This easy sleep transition has very real benefits that we should take advantage of. Why not keep a great thing going and make sure you get tucked in early tonight? You’ll Activate Helpful […]
By now, many us of have heard about the pitfalls of too little sleep, but we should be aware that too much sleep increases health risks as well. New research shows that both too little sleep and too much sleep are linked to elevated risks of chronic disease in middle-aged adults. The Centers for Disease […]
Our sleep patterns naturally change throughout life, as well as sleep habits depending on our age. You may find yourself waking up earlier or staying up later than you did in the past. Also, as we age we become more vulnerable to specific sleep disorders, such as delayed sleep phase syndrome, sleep apnea and insomnia. […]
Research continues to strengthen the evidence that indicates sleep plays an important role in cardiovascular health. Heart problems, including hypertension and increased risk of heart attack, are associated with poor sleep. According to the Centers for Disease Control, almost 6 million adults in the United States suffer from heart failure. Heart failure is directly responsible […]
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