There seem to be so many people who are depressed that we really should take a look at the causes of depression in the first place. The factors that contribute to depression are well-known, and well-researched, but what causes it is not quite understood. New studies have uncovered some of the factors that contribute to the probability of people developing…
Tag: Sleep
Oversleeping The Opposite Of Insomnia
When it comes to sleep disorders, the more common complaints are from people who are having trouble falling asleep and getting “quality” sleep. Not much have been said about those on the others side of the coin. Some people have the opposite problem. They sleep too much… I personally used to sleep up to 14 hours a “night”. Sometimes I’d…
What To Look For When Buying A Mattress
You Could Be Ready for a New Sleep Set If… You don’t sleep well. Your back aches. You feel tired in the morning. Your muscles hurt. You feel drained and lack energy due to improper rest. You and your mate have no room to move on your “baby-size” mattress (Full size mattresses force a couple to sleep in an area…
Links Between Stress Shift Work And Serotonin Levels
The 21st Century is best characterized by the advent of ultra-modern technology, global commercial and business, and the unstoppable desire to get and stay ahead. Because of these factors, business corporations compete in a world where the economy is active 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This phenomenon created a demand for employees that would work even during…
Snoring Causes And Cures
If you sleep next to someone who snores, you know what it is like. Constantly being awakened in the middle of the night, shoving them over on their side only to waken again when they roll back. The snoring does not seem to bother the sleeper, but can bother their partner so much that there are several attacks a year…
A Sleepless Nation 70 Million Strong
A new report by the National Academies’ Institute of Medicine shows that between 50 and 70 million Americans struggle with chronic sleep problems, and according to the United States Surgeon General, sleep deprivation and disorders cost the nation $15 billion in health care expenses and $50 billion in lost productivity each year. A lack of sleep can take a toll…
What You Should Know About Sleepwalking
There are some people who have problems with their sleep. Some have insomnia, narcolepsy, snoring, and some other have sleepwalking which is also known as somnambulism and noctambulism. Sleepwalking, although it is not always harmless, it can also be very dangerous. Sleepwalkers walk in their sleep. Or, they even do other actions as if they are awake such as taking…
Having Trouble Getting Your Kid To Sleep
Kids have a thing about going to sleep at night. It does not matter if it is a girl or a boy, they all have this thing: they hate going to sleep. Even babies will fight sleep like it was the devil. They cannot stand the thought of missing out on anything and they simply refuse to fall asleep and…
Treatments To Stop Snoring Now
Even though a bad snorer may sound like a motorboat speeding over the waves, the truth is that snoring is caused by obstructed breathing, and obstruction can lead to serious problems. Snoring disturbs sleeping patterns and deprives the snorer of much needed rest. When snoring is severe, it can cause serious, long-term health problems, including obstructive sleep apnea not to…
Menopause And Insomnia
Insomnia is a very common symptom reported by numerous women at the onset of menopause. It is characterized by sleepless nights and often uncomfortable sleep such as tossing and turning in an effort to get comfortable. If you are primarily a mentally active person, it can become very difficult to calm the mind. You feel restless and irritable. Welcome to…