Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Snoring: Tips to Stop Snoring

Snoring: Tips to Stop Snoring
Snoring can cause problems for people who snore and even keep their loved ones awake all night. Keep reading to learn about the causes of snoring, as well as ways to help stop snoring.

2-Week Course Of Sleep Aid Increases CPAP Adherence In OSA Patients At 6 Months
New research suggests that patients newly diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who use a short-course of the sleep aid, eszopiclone, when beginning continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy, are more adherent with therapy in six months. The findings were presented at the American Thoracic Society's International Conference in San Diego on May 17. OSA is a common disorder that leads to multiple adverse effects on health and quality of life.

College Students and Sleep Deprivation
Sleep deprivation in college students is serious, not only to students' health but also to their studies. Keep reading to learn about the effects of sleep deprivation on college students.

Medications that Interfere with Sleep
Medicines like antidepressants, antihistamines, decongestants, sleeping pills and other drugs can cause insomnia. Keep reding to learn how medications can interfere with sleep.

Types of Sleep Disorders
Different types of sleep disorders, such as excessive sleep and lack of sleep, affect various groups of people (namely women and children) in unique ways. Keep reading to learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments for various types of sleep disorders.

New System For Managing Sleep Disorders Aims To Improve Sleep Through Brain Chemistry
NeuroScience, Inc. has launched NeuroSLP, a medical protocol that tests for potential imbalances in the hormones and neurotransmitters that regulate sleep. This protocol enhances a clinician's ability to make more informed decisions regarding patient care. The NeuroSLP protocol is a major advance in the way healthcare practitioners approach sleep difficulties.

Medical Conditions that Interfere with Sleep

Medical Conditions that Interfere with Sleep
Certain medical conditions can interfere with sleep. Keep reading to learn how medical conditions, such as stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTS, ADHD and asthma, affect sleep.

Sleep Disorders in Women
Women, regardless of age and physical health, are far more likely to suffer from sleep disorders, such as insomnia and sleep apnea. Learn more about sleep disorders in pregnant and menopausal women, as well as the relationship between stress and sleep.

Causes of Excessive Sleep
Excessive sleep, also known as hypersomnia, is a type of sleep disorder that can manifest itself through depression and narcolepsy. Keep reading to learn more about the causes of excessive sleep.

Types of Sleep Disorders
Different types of sleep disorders, such as excessive sleep and lack of sleep, affect various groups of people (namely women and children) in unique ways. Keep reading to learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments for various types of sleep disorders.

DSPS: Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome
Delayed sleep phase syndrome (DSPS) is often misdiagnosed as a sleep disorder. Learn more about the causes and symptoms of DSPS.