Sleep is essential for children’s learning and development. Good sleep can have a positive impact on their social, emotional, and physical development. Alternatively, poor sleep can have a negative impact on their well-being. One unfortunate cause of negative impacts on children’s sleep is pediatric sleep apnea. When a person has … Read more
Caffeine dependency occurs when a person becomes reliant on caffeine to function. This is often caused by regular consumption of coffee, tea, energy drinks, and sodas. When someone is dependent on caffeine, they often have to consume more and more over time to achieve the same effects. Dependency can look … Read more
If you’ve ever woken up to a quick jab to the ribs or the (not-so-subtle) sound of someone recording you and your midnight “concert,” then you’ve probably wondered about your snoring and what can affect it. More to the point, can something like your diet lead to snoring? It’s a … Read more
Sleep paralysis is a peculiar phenomenon that describes a situation where a sleeper’s mind awakens, but they are unable to move their body. This creates a very unpleasant psychological situation for the person. Because sleep paralysis episodes are so uncomfortable, many people wonder: How do you get out of a … Read more
Teenage years are riddled with many (maybe even too many) changes, and sleep patterns are not exempt from this. Our internal biological clock regulates the sleep-wake cycle or the circadian rhythm. If the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle becomes misaligned with the environment, this can cause circadian rhythm disorders. Considering all … Read more
Sleep is one of the most important functions of the human body. Without it, sleep deprivation can occur and impact your daily life. Sleep is essential as it allows us to rest, repair, and recharge for the next day. Most adults should get at least seven to nine hours of … Read more
Drifting off to sleep with background noise is a common sleeping quirk of many, but for some, it is more than that. This behavior can be a symptom of several sleep disorders. With the rise of podcasts, audiobooks, and soothing sleep sounds, the temptation to drift off with earbuds is … Read more
Snoring is an extremely common issue that can impact your and your partner’s sleep and daily life. Approximately 45% of adults snore occasionally. 25% snore on a regular basis. If you share a bed with a person who snores, you are well aware that snoring can be incredibly disruptive to … Read more
If you have been having problems with your sleep pattern—that is, struggling to stay awake during the day or having trouble falling asleep at night—your circadian rhythm is likely out of sync. Your circadian rhythm is your body’s internal clock that regulates sleep-wake cycles, hormone release, digestion, and other essential … Read more
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