Articles tagged with Sleep
Researchers developed a system that predicts and prevents dangerously low overnight blood sugars in patients with type-1 diabetes. The device, which couples a glucose sensor with an insulin pump, reduces cumulative time spent with low blood sugars during sleep by 81%.
People with exploding head syndrome typically hear abrupt noises like door slams or gunshots as they fall asleep. The episodes can be frightening and are often accompanied by anxiety and daytime sleepiness.
Researchers say a virtual patient, electronic medical record, and sleep queries are effective new tools in recognizing suicide risk. The comfort level of caregivers and family members is also crucial in talking openly about suicide.
Researchers found that nightmares or night terrors are more common in children who reported being bullied, indicating significant distress. The study suggests that parents and healthcare providers should be aware of this potential indicator of bullying and consider it when assessing a child's mental health.
A recent study found that supine sleeping, which reduces the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), is less common among preterm infants than full-term babies. Only about two-thirds of term infants nationwide are placed on their backs to sleep, and this rate is even lower for preterm infants.
A study of over 1,000 mothers found that many families are not following recommended safe infant sleep practices, including high-risk behaviors like bed sharing and stomach sleeping. The rates were highest among black and Hispanic families, highlighting a need for targeted interventions to reduce infant mortality.
Despite recommendations for safer sleeping, infant deaths continue to occur due to bed sharing and prone sleeping. A study found that 18% of parents share a bed with their infants, with black families at higher risk.
A new study finds that higher sleep efficiency is associated with lower mortality in women with advanced breast cancer. Mean survival was 68.9 months for efficient sleepers compared to 33.2 months for those with poor sleep efficiency.
A new study from Brigham and Women's Hospital suggests that extreme sleep durations may affect brain health in later life. Women who slept five or fewer hours or nine or more hours per day had worse memory than those sleeping seven hours a day.
A study found that drinking Montmorency tart cherry juice twice a day for two weeks increased sleep time by nearly 90 minutes among older adults with insomnia. The researchers also discovered that the natural polyphenolic compounds in tart cherries, such as proanthocyanidins and tryptophan, play a role in improving sleep efficiency.
Scientists at the University of Liverpool have successfully sequenced the genetic code of the tsetse fly, a major breakthrough in disease control. The genetic information will enable researchers to develop alternative strategies to control sleeping sickness, a fatal disease that kills over 250,000 people each year.
Researchers have sequenced the tsetse fly genome, revealing genetic adaptations that enable it to transmit diseases such as sleeping sickness and Nagana. The study provides a valuable resource for developing prevention strategies to reduce deaths and illness associated with these diseases.
The genetic blueprint of the tsetse fly provides researchers with codes for its proteins, enabling functional research and improved control methods. Access to the genome data could lead to new strategies to combat African sleeping sickness.
Researchers found that chimpanzees select tree branches with specific physical properties, such as stiffness and leaf surface area, to build comfortable and safe nests. Ugandan Ironwood was the preferred choice due to its firmness and resilience.
A Canadian study shows that patient empowerment de-prescribing interventions can help seniors reduce or eliminate sleeping pill use. The intervention involved a 7-page handout providing information on risks and tapering protocols, with 62% of participants discussing medication changes with their healthcare provider.
A long-term study found that increased television viewing is associated with shorter sleep duration in young children, particularly minority children. The study also showed that sleeping in a room with a TV reduces average sleep time by half an hour.
A 20-year study confirms that moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea is independently associated with an increased risk of stroke, cancer, and death. The study found that people with severe sleep apnea were four times more likely to die and nearly four times more likely to have a stroke.
Infants who nap are better able to apply lessons learned, while preschoolers retain knowledge after napping. Sleep enables babies and young children to learn language over time by reactivating memories during sleep.
A recent study published at EuroHeartCare 2014 found that poor sleep doubles the risk of unplanned hospitalizations in patients with heart failure. The researchers analyzed data from nearly 500 patients and discovered that those with chronic sleep problems were two times more likely to be hospitalized than those without sleep issues.
A Northwestern University study found that people exposed to early morning sunlight have a significantly lower body mass index (BMI) than those who get afternoon light. The study suggests that bright morning light can be used as a strategy for managing weight, and recommends getting at least 500 lux of brightness between 8am and noon.
Researchers discovered that new crib mattresses release four times more VOCs than old ones, with body heat increasing emissions. The study highlights the importance of understanding infant sleep environments to reduce exposure to indoor pollutants.
Research links sleep apnea with higher blood sugar levels, highlighting the need for clinicians to monitor diabetes in patients with sleep apnea. The study found a significant correlation between glucose concentration and sleep apnea severity.
Scientists discovered that age-related sleep decline can be prevented and might even be reversible by targeting the IIS signalling pathway. Administering therapeutic agents improved sleep quality even in old flies, suggesting a potential approach to improve sleep quality in humans.
A recent study by a University of Chicago professor found that night owls, both males and females, are more likely to be single or in short-term romantic relationships than early risers. Night owls also reported higher numbers of sexual partners compared to early birds.
Scientists at the Max Planck Institute found that inhibiting insulin/IGF signalling improves sleep quality in fruit flies and reverses age-related sleep deterioration. The study suggests a potential link between aging humans' sleep problems and the insulin/IGF pathway.
A large study published in BMJ reveals that anti-anxiety drugs and sleeping pills are associated with a doubling in the risk of mortality. The researchers emphasize the need for careful use of these medications, recommending alternative options such as cognitive behavioral therapy to minimize their side effects.
A new study of older men found that poor sleep quality is associated with a 40-50% increase in the odds of clinically significant decline in executive function. Sleep fragmentation and lower sleep efficiency were key predictors of cognitive decline.
A study found that increased parental monitoring of children's media use is associated with reduced screen time, resulting in better sleep, academic performance and behavior. The results also show a lower body mass index (BMI) and less exposure to violence on TV and video games.
A new study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine found that 29% of men with erectile dysfunction were able to reverse their condition through lifestyle changes. The study highlights the importance of addressing risk factors such as obesity, alcohol intake, and sleep disorders to improve sexual health.
A study by the University of Warwick found that sleep quality is a key driver of daytime physical activity in chronic pain patients. Engaging in physical activity can be a crucial treatment process for managing chronic pain. By improving sleep quality, sufferers may overcome their motivation to stay inactive due to pain.
Researchers assessed 1,095 patients following acute fractures and found poor sleep independently associated with poor emotional status. Orthopaedic surgeons should monitor patient mental health and counsel patients on sleep expectations to provide highest level of care after fracture treatment.
A new study found that patients with obstructive sleep apnea who received care from board-certified sleep medicine physicians and accredited sleep centers were two times more likely to be adherent to positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy. Patient satisfaction was also associated with physician certification.
Scientists have identified a mutant gene in fruit flies that disrupts their ability to sleep, leading them to discover a protein that regulates sleep patterns and cycles. The discovery could lead to new treatments for insomnia and sleep disorders in humans.
Researchers found that mothers of children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) experience significant lifestyle changes, including difficulty sleeping and managing anxiety, even after treatment has ended. Depression symptoms were also common, affecting 26% of mothers.
A randomized controlled trial by the University of Oxford found that higher levels of omega-3 DHA in the diet are associated with better sleep in healthy children. The study, which involved 362 children aged 7-9, showed that supplements improved sleep duration and reduced waking episodes.
A study found that low sleep duration in obese adolescents significantly increases their risk of cardiometabolic diseases. Researchers used physical activity monitors to measure typical patterns of physical activity and sleep, and found a strong association between sleep duration and cardiometabolic risk score.
A study of 37 obese adolescents found that even after controlling for physical activity, low levels of sleep remained a significant predictor of cardiometabolic risk. Objective sleep assessment may be a useful screening tool to identify at-risk adolescents.
Chronic methamphetamine use is linked to excessive glucose utilization in the brain, paired with daytime sleepiness. The paradox of these symptoms can be explained by a biochemical process that occurs during sleep, cleaning up unnecessary connections between brain cells.
A new study found an association between poor sleep quality and reduced gray matter volume in the brain's frontal lobe of Gulf War veterans. The study controlled for comorbid psychiatric conditions and found that poorer subjective sleep quality was associated with reduced total cortical and regional frontal lobe gray matter volumes.
Researchers found that Alzheimer's disease disrupts the biological clock in fruit flies, causing irregular sleep-wake patterns. The study suggests that the biological clock is still ticking but being ignored by other parts of the brain and body.
A new study by Sam Houston State University found that conflicts between work and family life were the most significant issues affecting correctional officers' stress and job satisfaction. The study identified demands from work, incompatibility between work and home roles, and family circumstances as major contributors to job stress.
Researchers found that high dream recallers show stronger brain activity in areas involved in attention and memory, suggesting increased ability to encode dreams in memory. This study provides insights into the neural mechanisms behind dream recall and has implications for understanding the mysteries of dreaming.
A new study reveals that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is highly prevalent among people with multiple sclerosis (MS), and OSA risk is a significant predictor of fatigue severity. OSA may contribute to the debilitating fatigue experienced by MS patients, and clinicians should evaluate for underlying sleep disturbances.
A new study shows that cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) can significantly reduce health care utilization and costs, with improvements seen in 86% of patients after just three sessions. The treatment resulted in an average cost savings of over $200 per patient in the six months following treatment.
Researchers found that non-restorative sleep is a strong predictor of widespread pain onset among adults over 50. Anxiety and poor physical health also increase the risk of developing widespread pain. The study suggests combined interventions for both site-specific and widespread pain are needed for older adults.
Researchers found that even modest weight reduction (5%) can significantly improve OSA and metabolism in overweight patients, preventing disease progression over four years. The study provides first-time long-term evidence of the effectiveness of weight loss in managing OSA.
A revised provision in new hours-of-service regulations for truck drivers has been shown to combat fatigue more effectively than the previous version. After a 2-night break, drivers with two or more nighttime periods in their restart breaks reported fewer lapses of attention and less sleepiness.
A Michigan State University study found that nighttime smartphone usage for work purposes leads to decreased productivity and increased fatigue the next day. The research suggests that smartphones' blue light emission disrupts melatonin production, hindering sleep recovery.
A study from the University of Surrey found that mistimed sleep can lead to a six-fold reduction in genes displaying circadian rhythms. This disruption affects many biological processes, including those regulated by central body clocks. The research provides new insights into the relationship between sleep and gene expression.
A study finds that 77 percent of spinal cord injury survivors have symptomatic sleep-disordered breathing, while 92 percent experience poor sleep quality. The nature of sleep apnea in these patients is complex, with a high occurrence of both obstructive and central sleep apnea events.
A new study of 93,000 postmenopausal American women found that those with the highest amounts of sedentary time had a 12% increase in all-cause premature mortality compared to their most active peers. Regular exercise and daily movement can help counteract these declines.
A University of British Columbia study challenges the Lake Louise Score Questionnaire's reliability in diagnosing acute mountain sickness. Removing sleep quality from the questionnaire increased its accuracy, suggesting that unnecessary treatments may be administered to some individuals and others may not receive necessary treatment.
A new device called Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation (UAS) therapy has been shown to significantly reduce obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) episodes by approximately 70 percent in patients. The device targets the muscle tone of the throat, leading to improved control of breathing and reduced daytime fatigue.
Researchers found that mild electronic stimulation therapy to the upper airway during sleep is effective in reducing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by restoring muscle tone and preventing tongue collapse. The study's results showed significant improvements in symptoms, quality of life, and daytime sleepiness.
A new study has identified a nearly 100% association between narcolepsy and a specific gene variant, suggesting a causal role for the HLA DQB1*06:02 allele in the disease. The findings support the idea that immune system dysfunction plays a key role in narcolepsy development.
A new CU-Boulder study found that toddlers who go to bed later than their melatonin increase have difficulty settling down at night. Toddlers with longer intervals between melatonin release and bedtime take longer to fall asleep and experience increased bedtime resistance.
Scientists at the University of Edinburgh made a groundbreaking discovery that could help combat the spread of sleeping sickness. By understanding how parasites communicate with each other, researchers may be able to develop new drugs to disrupt these messages and limit the disease's transmission.
A new study found that CPAP therapy improves golf performance in middle-aged men with sleep apnea, leading to significant reductions in self-reported excessive daytime sleepiness and improved concentration. The treatment also resulted in a notable drop of 11% in average handicap index, especially among skilled golfers.
A study found that branched chain amino acids improved wakefulness and restored orexin neurons in mice with mild TBI, suggesting a potential dietary supplement to address sleep disturbances and cognitive problems
Researchers found that feeding mice with branched chain amino acids improved sleep disturbances and restored orexin neurons to normal activity levels, suggesting a dietary treatment for TBI patients. The study provides a proof-of-principle for investigating this intervention as a potential public health benefit.