Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder that affects the sleep-wake cycle. People with narcolepsy experience excessive daytime sleepiness and can fall asleep unexpectedly, even during activities such as driving or working. Narcolepsy is a chronic condition that affects about 1 in every 2,000 people, with onset typically occurring between the ages of 10 and 30. While [...]
Sleep testing, also known as polysomnography, is a diagnostic tool used to assess a person's sleep patterns and diagnose sleep disorders. This test involves monitoring a patient's brain waves, heart rate, breathing, and other physiological factors while they sleep. In this blog, we will discuss how sleep testing works, why it is done, who prescribes [...]
Sleep is an essential part of our daily lives, but it becomes even more important when you are pregnant. Recommendations for sleep vary based on age, lifestyle, and several other factors. For example, a child should be sleeping a minimum of 9-10 hours, whereas an adult's recommendation shifts to 7-8 hours of sleep. These recommendations come [...]
Shift work is a necessary reality for many people, especially those in fields such as healthcare, transportation, and manufacturing. In fact, the US Bureau of Labor estimates that 16% of wage and salary employees work shift work. This highlights how prevalent shift work is in the general population, and it can be a practical solution [...]
Getting enough sleep is crucial for your well-being. But even though it's important, your lifestyle and habits can sometimes interfere with your ability to get the recommended amount of sleep. When we don't get enough sleep, it can negatively impact our productivity, mood, and health. If you're experiencing sleepless nights, this article will provide helpful [...]
Do you have trouble falling and staying asleep? Does your insomnia stop you from enjoying the rest of your day? Or, do you have a sleep disorder? If you can answer yes to any of those questions, you’re probably looking for ways to remedy the problem. However, finding healthy sleep tips isn’t always easy, especially [...]
How much sleep does a teenager need? If you’ve had the pleasure of raising, or living with, a teenager, you may have observed that they tend to have a seemingly love-hate relationship with sleep. Waking a teenager up for school in the morning is often a multi-tiered process involving the combined efforts of bright lights, [...]
Restless leg syndrome is an extremely common diagnosis, with some experts estimating that as many as 7-10% of people in the United States have it. It is more likely to affect females than males and can occur at any age. If you are interested in learning more about restless leg syndrome, you have come to [...]
Getting a good night of rest can make a world of difference the next day. One of the most significant factors regarding getting a good night of sleep is the type of pillow you are sleeping on. If you regularly wake up feeling groggy, achy, and stiff, it may be time to look for a [...]
As easy as it may sound, getting a full night of sleep can prove to be more difficult than you might think. The recommended amount of sleep for adults is 7 hours a night, a figure that 59% of Americans fail to meet. Whether you are having difficulty getting up in the morning, staying up [...]
