Sleep Management - Causes

What is the purpose of sleep?

Sudhansu Chokroverty, MD, FRCP, FACP, discusses the many reasons our bodies require proper sleep.

Got a Problem? Sleep on It

Remember the last time you noodled over a problem but didn't arrive at a suitable solution? Chances are, you put it out of your mind and told yourself you d sleep on it, only to wake the next day with the answer.

Understanding the 4 Stages of Sleep

Thanks to our natural internal rhythms, or biological clock, we tend to (or at least hope to!) fall asleep with the moon and wake up with the sun. What happens in between, however, is a bit more complicated.

The Truth About Sleepwalking

You've seen it in movies, heard laughable stories from family and friends, and even read about it in literature. So what's the real deal behind this nighttime phenomenon?

The Link between ADHD and Sleep Disorders

Sleep disorders are also commonly reported in adults with ADHD. Brain researchers are working hard to find out why.

Breathe Easy: Don't Lose Sleep Over Nocturnal Asthma

Is your asthma keeping you up at night? As many as 20 million Americans suffer from asthma and many of them find that their symptoms worsen after dark. This condition is so common, it's often referred to as "nocturnal asthma."

Don t Lose Sleep Over Nocturnal Asthma

Is your asthma keeping you up at night? If so you certainly aren't alone. As many as 20 million Americans suffer from asthma according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. And many of them find that their symptoms worsen after dark. In fact, this condition is so common, it's often referred to as "nocturnal asthma."

Snoring and Allergies: Nothing to Lose Sleep Over

If you think allergies are to blame for the situation, you might be surprised to find out you're wrong.

Overcoming Your Partner's Annoying Sleep Habits

How to stop the snoring, kicking, and teeth grinding.

Sleep's Effect on the Body's Insulin

When you don't get enough sleep, it can make you feel groggy and cranky. But it can also result in insulin resistance that can lead to the development of type 2 diabetes.

Coping With Sleep Loss After Chemotherapy

Sleep disturbances are common in people who have cancer, especially those undergoing chemotherapy, which makes a challenging situation even more difficult.

The Link between Sleep Apnea and Diabetes

Tips for how to prevent this sleep-robbing, and potentially fatal, disorder.

What to Do When Anxiety Keeps You Awake

People with anxiety have a significantly higher incidence of insomnia, and insomniacs are at much greater risk of developing an anxiety disorder.

Is Stress Causing Your Insomnia?

We all experience the occasional night where we can t seem to fall asleep or we toss and turn all night. It s frustrating, but generally, not detrimental. However, chronic insomnia can be harmful to our health, and stress is often the behind-the-scenes culprit.

Could Your Child's Sleep Deprivation and Health Be Related?

Many children hate to go to bed; however, when your child's late nights leave him lacking enough z's, this can put him at risk for a number of health problems, ranging from being overweight to having trouble sitting still to an inability to concentrate in school.

Diabetes and Insomnia

If you're counting sheep instead of catching zzz's, you need a bedtime makeover. Take control of your insomnia and diabetes at the same time.

Sleep Deficiency and Migraines

Doctors and patients report that improving sleep habits can reduce the frequency and severity of migraine headaches.

Blood Pressure and Sleep: What's the Connection?

How many hours of slumber do experts suggest for a healthy heart?

Why Do Women Have More Sleep Problems Than Men?

You'd think that with the work they put into their day, sleep would come easily. The truth is, that's when the tossing and turning begins.

How Snoring Can Hurt Your Heart

Did you know that in addition to being a nighttime nuisance, snoring can also be downright dangerous?

Lack of Sleep Increases Inflammation in Arthritis

Trouble sleeping decreases overall quality of life in patients with chronic pain and diseases and can even aggravate disease symptoms.

What Do Your Dreams Say About Your Health?

Pay attention to your dreams they may be giving you a few hints about your health and well-being.

What Is Your Mattress Doing to Your Health?

With all of the choices out there, it can be hard to know what kind of mattress is right for you. Here's what you need to know.

Crohn s and Sleep: What s the Connection?

Getting enough z s at night can have therapeutic effects.

22 Ways to Predict Your Life Span

Will you live to a ripe old age? Read on to calculate your odds.

4 Ways to Avoid Falling Asleep at the Wheel

100,000 of the car accidents that occur each year are a result of driver fatigue. Follow these tips to help stay safe on the road.

5 Scary Health Risks of Sleep Deprivation

Not getting enough z's? You could be doing serious damage to your health.

Understanding Sleep Apnea

If you've been diagnosed with sleep apnea, a good night's sleep may seem like a dream. Try these tips to get your Z's.
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