Sleepless nights are a bothersome yet common occurrence that many of us have experienced at least a handful of times in our lives. Working late, binging your favorite TV show, or hanging out with friends are all instances that can lead to one of those tossing and turning nights. At first, you might think it [...]
Sleep is a necessary part of your daily routine. It is as essential to survival as food and water. When we don’t sleep enough, the brain cannot function properly. While sleep is very important, too much sleep is just as damaging as not enough sleep. If you sleep more than usual after a late night [...]
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 wake up frequently at night? Do you have a history of breathing and sleeping problems? Or have you been told that you snore while you’re sleeping? If so, you may struggle with sleep-disordered breathing (SDB). SDB is a common problem that millions of people deal with throughout their lifetimes. However, just because it’s [...]
What is the difference between having trouble sleeping and an actual sleep disorder? The answer is more complex than you'd think. When sleeping problems begin to interfere with your ability to function in daily life, it’s time to start thinking about talking to a doctor to figure out a diagnosis. After you get a diagnosis, [...]
Sleep is the key to having a healthy brain, happy mood, and overall well-functioning body. However, many people have trouble sleeping for one reason or another. These symptoms can be disturbing, even if you have milder sleep disturbances like frequently waking up throughout the night or more severe ones like sleepwalking. A slew of common [...]
Life as an adult comes with plenty of obstacles, challenges, and frustrations that often prevent us from getting a healthy amount of sleep. Our sleep schedules are frequently interrupted by work, travel, stress, or other demands on our minds and it can have a negative impact on our body’s internal clock. A broken internal clock [...]
What is REM Sleep Behavior Disorder? Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep Behavior Disorder is a relatively rare condition. There is no hardened cure for this, but Dr. Nassar and Dr. Festic of the Jacksonville Sleep Center are very well trained and can help you manage the disorder. REM sleep accounts for roughly the last 20 [...]
What Is Sleep Paralysis? Sleep paralysis is not being able to move or speak when you are waking up or falling asleep for a temporary time period. Even if it is only for a short minute it can be a scary thing if you aren’t aware of what is happening. Here are some common myths [...]
The term ‘sleep walking’ is a term that is often used figuratively and casually to describe someone feeling a lack of energy or sleep. Surprisingly, sleepwalking is a very real condition that has consequences. Can you be too tired to sleep? Does sleepwalking occur when you are sleepwalking? Do you have restless sleep during the [...]
