Sleep Apnea

It’s time to spring forward. At 2 a.m. Sunday, we set the clocks ahead one hour for daylight saving time—meaning we all lose that dreaded hour of sleep.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

A good night’s sleep often sets the stage for a positive day. But for the nearly quarter of American adults struggling with mental illness, a good night’s rest is often elusive.This article was originally published […]

Many teens have a hard time winding down at bedtime. This can prevent them from getting the recommended amount of sleep they need every night. Many teens report difficulty concentrating at school, daytime sleepiness and […]

For children with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) with nocturnal enuresis (NE), the remission rate of NE is more than half for those undergoing adenoidectomy and/or tonsillectomy, according to a review published online Jan. 25 in […]

Alcohol use disorder, which affects over 10% of Americans, can lead to persistent and serious insomnia. Difficulties falling asleep and staying asleep can last even after months of sobriety, increasing the risk of relapse. But […]

It’s no secret that a good night’s sleep plays a vital role in mental and physical health and well-being. The way you feel during your waking hours depends greatly on how you are sleeping, say […]

A new study by researchers at Ireland’s Maynooth University, based on patient data gathered by the US-based Michael J. Fox Foundation, found that an overwhelming 84% of patients with Parkinson’s disease report struggling with sleep […]

The right to request a short working week, with four longer “shifts” and three days off is being proposed as part of new flexible working legislation in the UK. Also known as working “compressed hours,” […]

Instead of reaching for a pill, more people should switch to the recommended “first line” treatment for insomnia—the non-drug option.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com