Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that is characterized by recurring seizures. The exact cause of epilepsy is not always known, but it is thought to be related to abnormal electrical activity in the brain. There is evidence to suggest that sleep can have an [...]
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung condition that can make it difficult to breathe. According to one survey, about 40 percent of people with COPD report that getting a good night’s sleep can be a challenge. Sleep and COPD are connected in [...]
Sleep problems are common among children. While some sleep problems may go away as a child grows and develops, other ongoing problems may be a sign of a sleep disorder. In fact, recent research suggests that childhood sleep problems may predict sleep problems in [...]
Why do we choose to help one another? There are many reasons. You may be an altruistic person or lending a hand may be a cultural expectation. Now, researchers are raising the possibility that sleep – or lack thereof – may be a factor [...]
An estimated 1 billion people globally experience migraines. These severe headaches can be debilitating. With so many people affected by serious symptoms, researchers are studying how migraines are linked to sleep. Migraines can lead to sleep problems. People with migraines may have trouble falling [...]
Scientists have revealed evidence of a strong connection between sleep and Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia. Dementia is a general term for a decline in memory loss and cognitive abilities. Alzheimer’s affects memory, thinking, and behavioral patterns. It [...]
Housework, shopping, pet care, or sleep: How do you spend your time? The answer may depend on when you were born. A recent study reports that millennials slept 22 minutes per day longer than their Generation X counterparts, which researchers say may reflect shifting [...]
So much that affects your overall health is happening while you sleep. It’s when your body repairs and recuperates, produces antibodies, and gets busy preventing many diseases. “Sleep is Good Medicine,” a new campaign from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), highlights the [...]
Has coronavirus infected our dreams? A recent study found that COVID-19 survivors were more likely to have nightmares than healthy people. Disturbing dreams on the rise Researchers compared dreams and nightmares in people who had COVID-19 and those who did not have the virus. [...]
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health condition that affects a woman’s hormone levels. Women with PCOS have a hormonal imbalance that may make it harder for them to get pregnant. PCOS is the most common cause of female infertility. It affects as many [...]
