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Chronic Sleep Loss May Lead to Schizophrenia Symptoms

Chronic Sleep Loss May Lead to Schizophrenia Symptoms

Even though many people often go without sleep to make room for work, social or personal commitments, the effects of sleep deprivation shouldn’t be taken lightly. One study is suggesting that when a healthy person experiences 24 hours of sleep deprivation, they may display conditions similar to a person who has schizophrenia. Recently, the researchers from […]

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Sleep Issues Common in Children with Psychiatric Disorders

Sleep Issues Common in Children with Psychiatric Disorders

Getting the proper amount of sleep is especially important for children, but for those who suffer from psychiatric disorders, it’s not easy to obtain. Dr. John Boekamp, who is also the clinical director of the Pediatric Partial Hospital Program (PPHP) at Bradley Hospital, and his team conducted a study which found that both toddlers and […]

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Teen Insomnia Tied to Anxiety and Depression

Teen Insomnia Tied to Anxiety and Depression

The relationship between teens and sleep is known to be complicated. Teenage years are full of drastic changes, including hormones, busy daily schedules and intense social relationships. Psychology researchers at the University of Adelaide took a closer look at high school students, aiming to gather more information about the link between teens and mental health […]

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Does a Lack of Emotional Control Predict Insomnia?

Does a Lack of Emotional Control Predict Insomnia?

The ability to regulate your emotions may be linked to the likelihood of insomnia getting in the way of much needed quality rest. Published in the British Journal of Health Psychology by the British Psychology Society, researchers from Örebro University in Sweden had 2,333 adults answer questions regarding their emotional regulation and insomnia symptoms. Difficulties with […]

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Treating Sleep Problems May Reduce Self-Harm in Teens

Treating Sleep Problems May Reduce Self-Harm in Teens

According to a recent Norwegian study, there is a strong link between sleep issues and self-harm. Published in British Journal of Psychiatry, psychology specialist Mari Hysing from Uni Research and her team of researchers specifically focused on adolescents. It is critical that adolescents get the proper sleep for their age group every night not only […]

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Men with Sleep Apnea More Likely to Face Depression

Men with Sleep Apnea More Likely to Face Depression

There is another reason to get your sleep apnea treated. According to Newswise, new research presented at the 2015 American Thoracic Society International Conference, severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and excessive daytime sleepiness may increase the risk of depression in men. Researchers from the University of Adelaide in Australia were able to confirm a strong […]

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Insomnia May Decrease the Empathy of Healthcare Workers

Insomnia May Decrease the Empathy of Healthcare Workers

Sleep issues aren’t new to those who work in health care, but a new study suggests that insomnia may significantly impact the treatment of their patients. Published online in the journal Sleep, lead study author Dr. Venkatesh Basappa Krishnamurthy and his team found that the sleep disorder decreases empathy health care workers feel toward their […]

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Is Sleep Deprivation Behind Your Emotional Reactions?

Is Sleep Deprivation Behind Your Emotional Reactions?

Your lack of sleep may be a predictor of how you’ll likely react emotionally to stressful situation. Sleep and Affect: Assessment, Theory and Clinical Implications, a new book authored by University of Arkansas psychology professor Matthew T. Feldner and health science specialist Kimberly A. Babson, is catching the attention of sleep experts all around. The […]

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