Articles tagged with Sleep
A study found that poor sleep hygiene habits in snoring children are associated with negative daytime behavior. The research showed strong correlations between sleep hygiene and externalizing behaviors, such as ADHD symptoms and hyperactivity.
Patients with advanced-stage cancer struggle with maintaining both sleep and waking states, experiencing reduced nocturnal sleep quantity and quality. Demographic factors, such as age, education level, and marital status, may play a role in poor sleep outcomes among this population.
A study conducted by the Sleep Wellness Center of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, found that patients with OSA treated at an AASM-accredited sleep center had a significantly higher compliance rate with CPAP therapy. The study showed that 80% of patients used CPAP for more than four hours per night.
A study by Emory University researchers has found a significant association between restless legs syndrome and high blood pressure. People with moderate to severe RLS are at increased risk for developing hypertension, with the likelihood of hypertension increasing by 50 percent in those who experienced over 30 PLMs per hour of sleep.
Middle-aged African-American women are more likely to experience obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) symptoms than their Caucasian counterparts, according to a study. Menopausal status was not a significant predictor of OSA symptoms, but race remained a significant factor after adjusting for BMI and menopausal status.
Research suggests that individuals with sleep problems are less likely to cook at home and opt for restaurant-prepared meals, leading to a diet lacking in nutritional value. The study also found that prolonged sleep deprivation can contribute to weight and health issues related to nutrition.
A new study published at SLEEP 2007 reveals that children with sleep disorder symptoms are more likely to receive bad grades in math, reading, and writing. Experts recommend that kids follow a consistent bedtime routine and get 10-11 hours of sleep per night to perform academically.
The Sleep Slide-Rule is an effective classroom tool that teaches children about the relationship between age and sleep need. It consists of a top bar for bedtime, a movable center rule with a key to indicate sleep need for different age bands, and a bottom bar displaying wake-up time ranges.
Research reveals that patients with insomnia pay approximately three times more in health plan-paid costs than those without insomnia. Mental health-related costs are also seven times greater for insomnia patients.
A study found that breastfeeding for at least two months can lower the risk and severity of a childhood sleep-related breathing disorder. Long-term breastfed children had better jaw formation, possibly reducing the risk.
Children from lower socioeconomic backgrounds have poorer sleeping patterns, including bedtime resistance and daytime sleepiness. The study emphasizes the importance of screening for sleep problems in this population, as it can impact their health and academic performance.
Research from Group Health finds a link between low libido during menopause and disrupted sleep patterns. Women experiencing reduced sexual desire are also more likely to report poor sleep quality and depression symptoms.
A recent study published in the SLEEP journal found that patients with severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who used continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for longer periods at night experienced improved daytime functioning and reduced sleepiness. The study, conducted by Dr. Terri E. Weaver, suggests that a greater percentage of p...
Researchers found that patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have higher levels of dead cells from the lining of their blood vessels, which may explain why they are at a higher risk for cardiovascular disease. Treatment with nasal CPAP reduced levels of these cells.
Patients with stage four cancer have less quality sleep, which is linked to functional performance, mental health, and pain status. Poor sleep quality can be a critical factor in cancer treatment, highlighting the need for effective symptom management.
A new study found that medical residents who worked within the mandated 80-hour per week limit still experienced severe sleepiness, affecting their judgment and concentration. The researchers assessed objective and subjective sleepiness using multiple tests and found significant abnormalities on post-call days.
A study by the American Academy of Periodontology identifies smoking and lack of sleep as significant lifestyle factors impacting periodontal health. The study found that current smokers were at high risk for periodontal disease progression, while getting seven to eight hours of sleep can help prevent it.
Researchers found that sick flies lose their circadian rhythm patterns when infected with bacteria, leading to shorter periods of continuous sleep. This disruption affects the immune system, making infected flies more susceptible to infection and increasing their mortality rate.
A cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) intervention has been demonstrated to increase CPAP use among OSA sufferers, with 77% using the device for at least four hours a night. The study found major positive health implications, with improved adherence and reduced refusal rates compared to treatment as usual.
Research reveals children from low-income families experience 25% more sleeping problems than middle-class peers, impacting their health and academic success. The study, led by Anuj Chawla, highlights the need for further investigation into this issue.
Research Australia's Woolcock Institute study highlights occupational sleepiness in white-collar workplaces, including courts and hospitals. The report emphasizes the need for active monitoring and screening to treat sleep disorders, preventing situations like Judge Dodd's cancelled driver's licence.
A new study by Ronald R. Grunstein found that judicial sleepiness is viewed unfavorably by the media, society, and the judicial system as a whole. Experts recommend regulatory processes to ensure the fitness for duty of judges and maintain confidence in the judicial process.
Research found that sleep strengthens memory by protecting and consolidating information, leading to improved recall rates compared to wakefulness without interference. Sleep also helped individuals handle competing information more effectively.
Researchers found that taking breaks from studies, including getting a good night's sleep, enhances relational memory and 'big picture' inferences. This 'off-line' processing period allows the brain to unconsciously mull over information, leading to improved performance on complex tasks.
A recent study published in Biological Psychiatry found that prazosin significantly reduced trauma nightmares, improved sleep quality, and enhanced overall clinical condition in chronic PTSD patients. The study involved 40 veterans with PTSD, who showed a 71% improvement rate compared to those receiving placebo.
Researchers found that sleep enforces the temporal sequence in memories by replaying experiences in a forward direction. This process enhances word recall when students were asked to reproduce learned words in the correct order.
A study published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that men who consume more alcohol have a higher risk of sleep-related breathing disorders. For each additional drink per day, the risk increases by 25%. The study suggests that men should avoid drinking before bedtime to minimize the risk.
A study published in JCSM found that 'night owls' experience more sleep/wake irregularities and waking distress due to insomnia. Insomnia affects 30% of adults, leading to serious health problems like depression, obesity, and cardiovascular disease.
Researchers found that up to 36% of people with mild traumatic brain injury suffer from circadian rhythm sleep disorder, which can worsen other symptoms. The study highlights the need for improved diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders in these patients.
Actigraphy is a reliable tool for evaluating sleep disorders, including advanced sleep phase syndrome, delayed sleep phase syndrome, and shift work disorder. It also helps characterize circadian rhythms and sleep patterns in patients with insomnia and hypersomnia.
A recent study published in the journal SLEEP found that healthy older men who get less nighttime sleep have lower morning testosterone levels. The study, conducted by Plamen Penev, MD, PhD, used polysomnography and wrist activity monitoring to measure sleep duration and its impact on testosterone levels.
Air crew who work repeated long haul routes are at risk of menstrual cycle problems, transient psychotic disorders, and major affective disorders due to the effects of jet lag. The symptoms can last for several days and include disrupted sleep patterns, mood changes, and gastrointestinal difficulties.
A large-scale assessment of the general population found that nearly 30% need mental health care, with major depression and alcohol dependence being the top concerns. The study suggests that societal pressures, stigma, and lack of comprehensive insurance coverage are significant barriers to accessing care.
Researchers have identified a novel pathway in Trypanosoma brucei parasites that can be triggered to shut down the synthesis of a crucial RNA molecule, leading to parasite death. This discovery has implications for eradicating other parasitic diseases such as Leishmania and Chagas disease.
A University of Florida study reveals that humans acquired pubic lice from gorillas around 3.3 million years ago, providing insights into human evolution and the history of parasites. The research suggests that lice can be transmitted through non-sexual means, such as sleeping in close proximity or feeding on prey.
Researchers recorded activity in two brain regions during deep sleep, finding a complex 'dialogue' between the hippocampus and neocortex. The findings suggest that the neocortex drives communication during sleep, contradicting previous theories of hippocampal control.
A study found a link between children's and parents' sleep problems, with mothers more susceptible to daytime sleepiness due to their greater responsibility for responding to child sleep issues at night. Parents need to recognize that their children's sleep disorders can take a toll on them, affecting quality of life.
A recent study published in the journal SLEEP found that treating insomnia is far less costly than ignoring it, with costs ranging from $924 to $1,143 for six months prior to treatment. The study suggests that addressing insomnia can lead to significant cost savings for individuals and employers.
A study of patients with type 1 diabetes and healthy individuals found that only one patient with T1DM woke up in response to hypoglycemia, compared to ten healthy control participants. The researchers also discovered that increases in plasma epinephrine concentration preceded polysomnographic signs of wakefulness.
A new communication protocol, SCP-MAC, has been developed to optimize energy efficiency for wireless sensor networks, reducing monitoring time from 2-3% to under 2 minutes per day. This improvement enables sensornets to watch wildlife or oilfields with longer-lasting batteries.
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine finds that adolescents with sleep disturbances are more likely to receive bad grades, experiencing symptoms such as restless legs, difficulty concentrating, and snoring. Parents and teens can improve school performance by following recommended sleep habits.
A Northwestern University study found that getting inadequate sleep increases the risk of being overweight in children. The five-year study, conducted on a nationally representative sample of 2,182 children aged 3-18, suggests that even an extra hour of sleep can reduce a child's chance of being overweight.
A new study reveals that African-American and poor children are more vulnerable to the effects of sleep disruption on their cognitive function, with poorer performance on school-related tests. The study suggests that health-related disparities between different groups of American children have important consequences.
A new study published in Child Development found that children who sleep more have lower BMI measures and are less likely to be overweight five years later. Sleeping an additional hour reduced young children's chance of being overweight from 36% to 30%, while it reduced older children's risk from 34% to 30%.
A new study published in the journal Sleep reveals that parasomnias are common and frequent in children. Pediatricians should actively involve parents in identifying symptoms and taking an active approach to helping their child overcome a sleep disorder. Home videos and sleep diaries can be useful tools for classifying parasomnias.
A study by Chiara Cirelli and colleagues shows that the quality and intensity of wakefulness affect slow-wave activity (SWA) during subsequent sleep. High exploratory activity during wakefulness leads to increased brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) expression, which in turn affects SWA.
Researchers investigate fatigue in various populations, finding distinct definitions for tiredness, fatigue, and exhaustion. The study aims to prevent progression from tiredness to exhaustion, emphasizing the importance of recognizing changes consistent with fatigue and exhaustion.
Researchers discover a mutant gene that affects the body's natural wake-up time, shedding light on the genetic basis of sleep in humans. The study provides new insights into the circadian clock's regulation and may lead to therapies for conditions like jet lag and shift work sleep disorder.
A comprehensive review published in the journal SLEEP found that environmental exposures before the age of onset in genetically susceptible individuals may contribute to the development of narcolepsy. The study suggests intensifying the search for these exposures and focusing on the first two decades of life to prevent the disease.
A study published in SLEEP found that sleep disturbances are prevalent among individuals who have attempted suicide, with 89% reporting some form of disturbance. Nightmares were particularly common and associated with a five-fold increase in suicidal risk.
A study published in SLEEP found that sleep-disturbed children are more severely depressed and have more depressive symptoms. The research also showed that having both insomnia and hypersomnia leads to a longer history of illness and more severe depression than either condition alone.
MIT researchers report that replayed memories in rats' brains contain visual images, reinforcing the idea that animal dreams mimic human experiences. The study reveals simultaneous reactivation of memory traces in both the visual cortex and hippocampus during sleep.
A clinical trial has found that a combination of nifurtimox-eflornithine offers a cure rate over twice that of current treatments for second-stage African trypanosomiasis. This combination also resulted in lower rates of adverse events, suggesting potential as a future therapy.
A new study reveals that insomnia and sleep perception can significantly impact alcohol recovery, with patients who overestimate their sleep quality being more likely to relapse. The research suggests addressing sleep disturbances is crucial for effective recovery.
Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Medical Research have found that the cerebral cortex actively controls memory transfer during sleep. The researchers developed a new technique to investigate this largely under-researched field, discovering a link between interneurones and the cerebral cortex.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with decreased cardiac function, leading to increased daytime sleepiness. A behavioral-educational intervention improved nighttime sleep for new mothers and their babies, resulting in better overall sleep quality.
Individuals in early recovery from alcoholism who have inaccurate sleep perceptions are more likely to return to drinking. Poor sleep quality can lead to mood disturbances and increased vulnerability to relapse.
Research published in Obesity shows that one-fourth of overweight, inactive children tested positive for sleep-disordered breathing. After three months of vigorous exercise, the number of children with sleep disorders was cut in half, and even those who exercised less saw an improvement on a pediatric sleep questionnaire.
A new study published in Child Development found that children report more frequent sleep problems than their parents acknowledge. The researchers suggest that genetic and environmental influences play a role in most sleep problems. Parents may be unaware of night waking or delayed sleeping patterns, leading to overestimation by children.
Researchers challenge long-held theory of memory storage by discovering the neocortex drives dialogue between old and new brain regions during deep sleep. The study uses single-cell recordings to show synchronized communication, suggesting a reversal in traditional understanding of memory consolidation.