During normal REM sleep the body’s muscles goes into a temporary paralysis while the brain is dreaming, but for people with REM sleep behavior disorder, paralysis doesn’t occur. Instead their body and voice will act out their dreams while they remain asleep.
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Currently affecting around 22 million Americans, sleep apnea is one of the most common sleep disorders in the United States. People who suffer with the condition experience short periods where they stop breathing while asleep, which may go unnoticed. The lack of oxygen caused by these pauses in breathing can have serious health implications. For […]
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Narcolepsy is often misunderstood but considering it impacts the lives of 135,000 to 200,00 Americans it’s important to know what it is and what you can do about it. Here’s what you need to know about narcolepsy.
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Today, we’re going to distinguish between being worn out, and suffering from a genuine medical disorder known as hypersomnia. So, how tired is too tired? Let’s find out!
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If you’re tired of waking up tired even when you think you’ve had a full night’s sleep, you may be suffering from sleep apnea, which is a common problem in the U.S. In fact, the Alaska Sleep Education Center says that sleep apnea affects roughly 20-million Americans. Since it’s so common, let’s take a look at the symptoms, risk factors, and treatments.
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Imagine curling up in bed, just about to doze off when…BANG—you hear a loud noise that startles you awake again, feeling frightened and distressed. This is a common occurrence for those with exploding head syndrome (EHS), who imagine loud noises just before falling asleep or when they wake up during the night. Those with the […]
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