We are all quite familiar with the incredible power of dreams, and dreaming. According to H.F. Hedge, “Dreaming is an act of pure imagination, attesting in all men a creative power, which if it were available in waking, would make every man a Dante or Shakespeare.” The stories our brains put together can be influenced […]
Football is a game with passionate fans, who want nothing more than to see their team favorite dominate the field. It has been proven that the proper amount of great quality sleep can improve athletic performance, while simultaneously boosting someone’s confidence in their abilities. A new study suggests that the body’s natural circadian rhythm, or […]
Sleep apnea is a chronic sleep disorder that not only disrupts sleep quality, but also increases other health risks. As a person sleeps, the muscles of their throat collapse, obstructing the flow of oxygen. If this pause in breathing lasts for 10 seconds or more, and occurs more than 5 times an hour, it is […]
Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday that puts a lot of drivers on the road as they travel to spend time with their family. Experts warn that drivers should be aware of sleep deprivation and darkness during this time of travel, which may lead drivers to believe they are alert even though they are sleepy. A […]
It is important to increase not only the public’s awareness of narcolepsy, but also those in the medical profession. A recent survey called the AWAKEN Survey, which dealt with physician and diagnosis of narcolepsy, revealed that only 9% of primary care providers said they felt comfortable diagnosing it. Here’s what you need to know: 1. […]
A new house rule can be beneficial in ensuring that children get enough sleep, remove the TV from the bedroom. According to a recent study, having a TV, computer or video game system in the bedroom is linked to less sleep for boys. In particular, boys with autism tended to get less sleep when they […]
A new policy is being implemented very soon by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which will have major impact on obese pilots. Severely obese pilots will be required to undergo sleep apnea screening, and if they are diagnosed with the condition, they will be required to undergo treatment before receiving their medical certificate. ABC News […]
It is no secret that surgeons often times go without sleep and still operate. The largest study to date to analyze the risk for patients on the operating table, suggests that surgeons who are slightly sleep deprived do not perform poorly than when they are well rested. In both Canada and the United States, there […]
According to a recent study, people with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) have similar misperceptions about sleep as people with insomnia. SAD is a type of depression that affects people in the late fall, winter and early spring. It’s characteristics symptoms include oversleeping, anxiety, feelings of hopelessness and trouble concentrating. The cause is not known but, […]
If you have rheumatoid arthritis and find yourself battling the urge to stop moving your legs, it’s not a coincidence. A recent review explains a possible association between restless leg syndrome and rheumatoid arthritis patients. Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes a constant urge to move your legs, which can disturb your […]
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