The American Academy of Sleep Medicine supports eliminating daylight saving time, citing increased risks of motor vehicle accidents, cardiovascular events, and mood disturbances. A recent survey found that 63% of US adults support the elimination of seasonal time changes.
A recent study found that men who used smartphones and tablets in the evening had poorer sperm quality, with lower sperm concentration, motility, and progressive motility. Additionally, longer sleep duration was associated with higher sperm total and greater progressive motility.
A new study discovered a significant association between frequent and severe nightmares and cardiovascular disease in veterans. The research found that 32% of veterans reported frequent nightmares and 35% reported severe nightmares, which were linked to heart problems, high blood pressure, and heart attack.
A study found that 89% of college students experienced moderate or severe nomophobia, which is associated with greater daytime sleepiness and poorer sleep quality. Limiting phone use before bedtime may exacerbate bedtime anxiety for individuals with nomophobia, disrupting their sleep.
Researchers found that teams traveling east had higher scoring and predicted win probabilities, while westward travel was associated with lower scores. The unique 2020 NBA playoff format eliminated advantages and disadvantages related to long-distance travel.
A recent study found that immersive virtual reality and slow breathing techniques can help promote bedtime relaxation and improve overall sleep quality in adolescents. The study revealed an average reduction of 6 minutes in sleep latency and a 3% increase in sleep efficiency among participants.
Researchers studied sleep patterns of astronauts before, during and after spaceflight to find that they slept an average of only 5.7 hours in space, with a 17.7% reduction in sleep efficiency. Sleep architecture also changed, with decreases in non-REM and REM sleep.
The Virtual SLEEP 2020 meeting provides a platform for live and on-demand access to over 1,200 research abstracts and presentations on various sleep-related topics. Clinical sleep specialists will discuss current practices in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders such as insomnia and narcolepsy.
A large study found that increased physical activity, including just walking alone, is associated with a lower risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea. The study analyzed data from over 155,000 adults and found that adding 20 minutes to daily walks can reduce the risk by 10%.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine honored three trainee investigators for their exceptional sleep research. Kent Werner, MD, PhD, received the top prize, while Michael R. Goldstein, PhD, and Samira Naime, MD, were awarded honorable mentions for their work on sleep disturbances and gender parity in medicine.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine announced the winners of its 2020 High School Video Contest, which aimed to educate teenagers about the importance of healthy sleep. The first-place winner received $1,000, while the second-place winner got $500 and a Teen Choice Award winner received $250.
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine found that geodesic measurements from 3D photographs predicted sleep apnea with high accuracy. The algorithm's accuracy was 89%, outperforming traditional linear measurements alone, and identified key facial features such as neck width and lower jaw retrusion as indicators.
Physician burnout is a significant public safety issue, exacerbated by sleep loss due to shift-work schedules, high workload, and stress. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine advocates for improved sleep habits and support among physicians to prevent burnout and promote well-being.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends integrating AI into sleep medicine to improve diagnoses, predict disease outcomes, and personalize treatments. AI can automate sleep scoring, derive meaningful insights from sleep data, and optimize treatments for patients.
A study published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that later school start times significantly reduce vehicle accidents involving teen drivers. Teenagers who get more sleep are less likely to make poor decisions such as not wearing a seat belt or engaging in distracted driving.
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine found that older adult Medicare beneficiaries with untreated obstructive sleep apnea had greater health care utilization and costs. The researchers suggest routine screening for sleep apnea to better contain treatment costs.
Chronic opioid use can disrupt sleep by reducing efficiency and increasing risk of sleep-disordered breathing. Medical providers must recognize signs like snoring and daytime sleepiness to provide high-quality care.
Treating moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea with PAP therapy is associated with lower healthcare expenditures. Studies show that increased PAP usage per night leads to a significant decrease in inpatient visits, emergency department visits, and overall acute care costs.
A recent study found that undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea significantly increases the likelihood of multiple involuntary job losses. Adults with moderate-to-severe sleep apnea were more than twice as likely to have experienced a history of multiple job layoffs or firings.
A randomized controlled trial found that telemedicine cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia was equally effective to in-person delivery in improving sleep outcomes. Participants reported no differences in therapist alliance or satisfaction with treatment between the two groups.
A new algorithm-based tool optimizes caffeine consumption to maximize alertness while minimizing excessive intake. The study found that the tool required on average 40% less caffeine or enhanced alertness by an additional 40%.
Middle and high school students slept 31 minutes longer and felt less sleepy for homework after their school district changed to later start times. The study found significant benefits of delayed school start times on adolescent sleep duration, alertness, and academic engagement.
A new study reveals that nearly one-third of hospital nurses suffer from chronic insomnia and excessive daytime sleepiness, highlighting the need for better sleep screening and scheduling modifications to alleviate shift work disorder among nursing staff.
A new study links severe sleep-disordered breathing to epigenetic age acceleration, with women showing stronger associations than men. The study found that untreated sleep-disordered breathing can accelerate aging by the equivalent of 215-321 days.
A new study suggests that sleep disturbances are associated with mental health problems among survivors of a natural disaster, even two years after the event. The research found significant positive correlations between sleep disturbances and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and symptoms of depression.
A new study found that only seven out of 513 social service policies include material on healthy sleep education for children, with the majority focusing on compliance-driven standards. The research highlights the need for policy recommendations to promote trauma-informed care and integrate healthy sleep into existing programs.
A new study found that insufficient sleep is associated with a wide variety of mental health symptoms in college students, including depressed mood, hopelessness, anger, anxiety, and desire to self-harm. The risk of experiencing these symptoms increases by over 20% for every additional night of insufficient sleep.
A new study found that small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is prevalent among patients with restless legs syndrome, affecting up to 100% of participants. The study suggests a possible link between gut microbial health and the development of sleep disorders like RLS.
A new review suggests that educational programs, behavioral strategies, and environmental modifications can improve sleep quality and duration among employees. The study found that workplace interventions yielded positive results in most studies, leading to better sleep outcomes and decreased absenteeism.
A new study found that women tend to underreport snoring and underestimate its loudness, with only 72% reporting snoring compared to 88% objective measurements. Women also reported snoring less often and described it as milder, potentially due to social stigma.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine has selected several leaders in the field of sleep medicine as 2019 award recipients. The AASM President Dr. Douglas Kirsch congratulated the awardees, noting their achievements in academic research, clinical care, public policy, and education. The 2019 award recipients include Patrick J. Strollo,...
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine published a clinical practice guideline for the use of positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adults. The guideline provides nine recommendations, including the use of PAP therapy as a first-line treatment for OSA in adults with excessive sleepiness.
A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine found that self-reported sleep parameters reported by children and their parents are relatively accurate compared to objective measures. Children overestimated their sleep duration by a median of 32 minutes, while parents overestimated it by 36 minutes.
The Sleep Research Society recognized four scientists with awards for their groundbreaking work in sleep and circadian research. Louis Ptáček received the Distinguished Scientist Award for his pioneering genetic studies, while Frank A.J.L. Scheer and Steven A. Shea were honored for their seminal discoveries on circadian misalignment.
A population-based study found significant association between nighttime artificial, outdoor light exposure and increased prevalence of hypnotic prescriptions among older adults. The study suggests that higher levels of artificial light at night may lead to longer periods of hypnotic drug use in this demographic.
A new study found that insufficient sleep duration is associated with unhealthy dietary habits, increased screen time, and obesity in children. The study suggests that promoting healthy sleeping patterns can help prevent these negative effects.
A pilot study suggests that cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can slow or even reverse the atrophy of cortical gray matter in patients with co-morbid fibromyalgia. Eight weeks of CBT-I resulted in increases in cortical thickness, while CBT-P had no similar effect.
A new study suggests that wearing a device around the waist to prevent supine sleep in late pregnancy can improve both maternal and fetal health outcomes. The intervention reduced supine sleep time and increased minimum oxygen saturations, with minimal impact on maternal perception of sleep quality.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine has published a clinical practice guideline on the use of actigraphy in evaluating adult and pediatric patients with suspected sleep disorders. Actigraphy is recommended as a useful tool for gathering objective data on sleep habits, but not used as a substitute for polysomnography.
A position paper from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends image rehearsal therapy as a useful treatment option for nightmare disorder and PTSD-associated nightmares. Cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnosis, and other interventions may also be effective, while clonazepam and venlafaxine are not recommended.
A new study found that playing a recording of a mother reading stories can improve sleep in preterm newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit. The research involved 20 near-term and 27 premature infants born between 33-34 weeks, with results showing reduced likelihood of wakefulness during peak noise levels.
A recent study found that teenage girls reported a higher degree of interference of daytime sleepiness on multiple aspects of their school and personal activities compared to boys. The study also showed that girls were more likely to miss school due to tiredness and felt less motivated in school because of poor sleep quality.
A recent study found that immigrants in Switzerland are more likely to experience sleep disorders due to high levels of emotional distress. The study analyzed data from 17,968 participants and found that immigrants reported higher levels of trouble falling asleep, disrupted sleep, and early morning awakenings.
A pilot study found promising effects of a combined sleep health and yoga intervention on improving sleep disturbance, impairment, and behaviors. Participants experienced significant improvements in sleep quality, daytime functioning, and relaxation after the six-week intervention.
A study found that maternal depressive mood during pregnancy and postpartum is associated with child sleep disturbances. Increased happiness during pregnancy was found to be protective against child sleep problems.
A tailored lighting intervention has been shown to improve sleep quality and reduce symptoms of depression and agitation in Alzheimer's patients. The study found that the lighting intervention significantly decreased sleep disturbances, with a significant improvement seen in sleep quality.
A recent study by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that childhood cancer survivors are more likely to experience sleep problems and daytime sleepiness as adults. The study also showed a higher likelihood of persistent or worsening emotional distress among those who reported poor sleep.
A new study found that adolescents who spend more time on screens are more likely to experience insomnia symptoms and shorter sleep duration. Regulating screen time may improve sleep health and reduce depression in young people.
A new study suggests that nighttime light exposure during sleep can disrupt metabolic function, leading to increased insulin resistance. The researchers found that just one night of light exposure acutely impacts measures of insulin resistance, which is a diminished ability of cells to respond to insulin.
A new study found that sleep-related symptoms like insomnia are associated with decreased work productivity. Those with moderate-severe insomnia experienced a 107% increase in productivity loss compared to those without insomnia.