The Basics of CPAP
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Except for tracheotomy, it is also the most effective treatment for OSA. CPAP is basically a computerized air pump that delivers pressurized air through a hose and then through a nasal interface into the patient's throat. The pressurized air splints open the upper airways, preventing the airflow pauses (apneas) and airflow...
Teen Depression: Try Therapy, Switch Medication
Title: Teen Depression: Try Therapy, Switch Medication
Category: Health News
Created: 2/27/2008
Last Editorial Review: 2/27/2008
Not Enough Sleep All Too Common
Title: Not Enough Sleep All Too Common
Category: Health News
Created: 2/29/2008
Last Editorial Review: 2/29/2008
TV Could Be Disrupting Your Kid's Sleep
Title: TV Could Be Disrupting Your Kid's Sleep
Category: Health News
Created: 2/26/2008 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 2/26/2008
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is an effective treatment for most cases of primary insomnia, and for selected cases of secondary insomnia. There are a variety of behavioral and psychological treatments that comprise CBT-I, including stimulus control therapy, relaxation training, biofeedback, paradoxical intention, sleep restriction therapy, sleep hygiene education, and cognitive therapy. Usually several of these treatments are...
The Truth About Antidepressants
Title: The Truth About Antidepressants
Category: Health News
Created: 2/29/2008
Last Editorial Review: 2/29/2008
Flu: What to Do if You Get the Flu
Title: Flu: What to Do if You Get the Flu
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 10/21/2005
Last Editorial Review: 2/26/2008
New Discoveries About Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
I wanted to take a short break from our regularly scheduled blog on nightmares to talk about a recently published article, by Dr. John Chia in The Journal of Clinical Pathology. It concerned a well-known but very difficult disease to describe and diagnose called Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). First, some important background: While many people think of CFS as a "new age" diagnosis, it has actually been around for many...
Monday, March 3, 2008
The Facts About Insomnia
I hope that the facts about insomnia will help someone achieve
a better night's sleep. Just about everyone wants to wake up
feeling rested, refreshed and ready to take on the new day.
Unfortunately, many people do not get the rest they so
desperately need and want. There are many resources available to
the sleep deprived, whether it is online, at the local library
or from your doctor. There is plenty of help available.
The basic facts about insomnia focus on the problem itself,
which is the inability to fall asleep when you absolutely want
to. In addition, it includes the person getting little sleep or
a poor quality nights sleep on a regular basis. Here is a list
of the three main types of insomnia:
• Transient or Short-Term insomnia lasts one night or up to a
few weeks
• Intermittent insomnia is short-term but it does recur once in
a while
• Chronic insomnia occurs at least three times a week and
continues for periods of a month, year or an entire life
One of the main facts about insomnia is the constant and
excessive sleepiness that the individual experiences. This
results in the person feeling irritable, lethargic, restless and
constantly tired. They are considered an insomniac. These
particular symptoms are more common in the chronic sufferer.
Another of the facts about insomnia is that insomniacs are much
more accident-prone. This is especially prevalent in driving
accidents as someone falling asleep at the wheel causes one of
five. This extremely dangerous situation costs many lives every
year in North America. The problem of insomnia can also create
issues in the home as well. People are much more irritable when
they do not get enough rest and this leads to arguments and
disagreements that would otherwise not have occurred if the
person were not in an irritable and tired state of mind.
It is very important to know the facts about insomnia because
this condition can affect the overall quality of life. If it is
not treated, it can affect all areas of a person's life, their
work, their relationships and every other aspect of it. Sleep
has two main states that alternate in cycles, thus resulting in
different levels of brain cell activity. In reality sleep
disturbances are a symptom of depression, insomnia then causes
mood disorders. Some people turn to sleeping pills to combat
their inability to sleep. However, there are some serious side
effects known to have been caused by sleeping pills in the past.
In determining the facts about insomnia there are ways to
improve ones sleep habits and help the person sleep better
overall. One of the best ways to alleviate problems sleeping is
to correct the physical and emotional factors that may be
causing the insomnia in the first place. This means that
changing ones lifestyle will go a long way in ending the sleep
deprivation issues. Another treatment method is cognitive
behavior therapy; this helps a person set their environment and
routine plus the right frame of mind for sleep. Changes in diet
and regular exercise can also bring about a better nights sleep.
About The Author: We provide information on the facts about
insomnia along with information on sleep deprivation effects and
other sleeping disorders. http://www.insomniasource.com/ by D.
Karlson
a better night's sleep. Just about everyone wants to wake up
feeling rested, refreshed and ready to take on the new day.
Unfortunately, many people do not get the rest they so
desperately need and want. There are many resources available to
the sleep deprived, whether it is online, at the local library
or from your doctor. There is plenty of help available.
The basic facts about insomnia focus on the problem itself,
which is the inability to fall asleep when you absolutely want
to. In addition, it includes the person getting little sleep or
a poor quality nights sleep on a regular basis. Here is a list
of the three main types of insomnia:
• Transient or Short-Term insomnia lasts one night or up to a
few weeks
• Intermittent insomnia is short-term but it does recur once in
a while
• Chronic insomnia occurs at least three times a week and
continues for periods of a month, year or an entire life
One of the main facts about insomnia is the constant and
excessive sleepiness that the individual experiences. This
results in the person feeling irritable, lethargic, restless and
constantly tired. They are considered an insomniac. These
particular symptoms are more common in the chronic sufferer.
Another of the facts about insomnia is that insomniacs are much
more accident-prone. This is especially prevalent in driving
accidents as someone falling asleep at the wheel causes one of
five. This extremely dangerous situation costs many lives every
year in North America. The problem of insomnia can also create
issues in the home as well. People are much more irritable when
they do not get enough rest and this leads to arguments and
disagreements that would otherwise not have occurred if the
person were not in an irritable and tired state of mind.
It is very important to know the facts about insomnia because
this condition can affect the overall quality of life. If it is
not treated, it can affect all areas of a person's life, their
work, their relationships and every other aspect of it. Sleep
has two main states that alternate in cycles, thus resulting in
different levels of brain cell activity. In reality sleep
disturbances are a symptom of depression, insomnia then causes
mood disorders. Some people turn to sleeping pills to combat
their inability to sleep. However, there are some serious side
effects known to have been caused by sleeping pills in the past.
In determining the facts about insomnia there are ways to
improve ones sleep habits and help the person sleep better
overall. One of the best ways to alleviate problems sleeping is
to correct the physical and emotional factors that may be
causing the insomnia in the first place. This means that
changing ones lifestyle will go a long way in ending the sleep
deprivation issues. Another treatment method is cognitive
behavior therapy; this helps a person set their environment and
routine plus the right frame of mind for sleep. Changes in diet
and regular exercise can also bring about a better nights sleep.
About The Author: We provide information on the facts about
insomnia along with information on sleep deprivation effects and
other sleeping disorders. http://www.insomnia
Karlson
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