sleep disorder

Sleep Apnea: Types, Causes and Treatments

June 16, 2022
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Sleep apnea, a common sleep disorder, results in breathing difficulties during sleep that often deprives those who have it from receiving proper rest.

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Surprising Cause of Sleeplessness Revealed

March 26, 2022
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If you are having trouble at night, you might be shocked at this surprising cause of sleeplessness. We’ve heard for years that we need to be in a room free of distractions before we try to fall asleep each night.

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Understanding Restless Leg Syndrome

June 7, 2020
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In some circumstances, the reason behind the sleep deprivation a person is experiencing is a sleep disorder, such as restless leg syndrome (RLS).

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Is Shift Work Disorder Affecting Your Sleep?

March 12, 2016
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Shift work disorder has been around for decades, if not centuries, but it has only recently received an actual name to define the problem. It is what happens to a person who works rotating shifts or who works nights and, therefore, suffers from poor sleep. This can also make it difficult to be able to […]

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When Is It Time to See a Sleep Doctor?

May 2, 2015
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Sometimes, we have a difficult time falling asleep, despite the fact that our body is aching with fatigue. This condition is normal and may be due to stress or tension. However, if lack of sleep is hampering your daily routine, then it may be time to see a sleep doctor. Sleep deprivation can have a […]

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Top Reasons You May Be Sleeping Less Than Before

January 18, 2015
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Have you been experiencing trouble sleeping as of late? Well then, consider yourself among millions of people who suffer from some sort of temporary or permanent insomnia. In today’s busy world, getting enough good sleep is already hard enough, but if you happen to be one of those unfortunate souls who is sleeping less than […]

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Sleep Apnea May Affect Memory

November 20, 2014
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Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing stops and starts continually. If you tend to snore loudly and wake up feeling tired even after a full night’s sleep, then you might be suffering from sleep apnea without knowing. Mainly, there are two types of this syndrome: Obstructive sleep apnea: The most general form […]

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The Link Between Sleep Duration and Ulcerative Colitis

November 7, 2014
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Getting the right amount of sleep each day is just as important as eating the right amount of food. In fact, sleep duration may even be more important. Scientists, researchers, and psychologists all agree that sleep conditions can actually harm a person’s health and cause them to suffer from chronic diseases, such as cancer and […]

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Sleep Deprivation Could Affect Brain Health

September 20, 2014
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Many people suffer from sleep deprivation, due to various reasons. One of the biggest reasons behind sleep deprivation is that people do not have proper sleep patterns. They do not sleep at the proper time, and when they do, the sleeping environment is not as it should be. However, it is extremely important for one […]

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Why the Elderly are Prone to Sleep Disorders

September 7, 2014
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Sleep disorders can occur at any age. However, elderly are more prone to develop such disorders due to their age. There is not a single reason that can be pinpointed. In fact, there are a couple of reasons that lead to sleeping disorder development during the latter stages of one’s life. Even though most elderly […]

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