This “spring forward” can have a variety of consequences on mood and health, depending on the time of year. Poor or insufficient sleep has a substantial impact on the daily activities of more than four out of ten Americans, according to research. When many individuals have to adjust to losing an hour of their day […]
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The term “circadian clock” refers to the internal timekeeping system used by the human body. A natural “circadian rhythm” governs the body’s daily cycles of sleep and wakefulness, appetite and digestion, hormone activity, and other biological activities. This internal clock is responsible for regulating the body’s circadian rhythm. Circadian is derived from the Latin term […]
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For the most part, people follow a 24-hour biological clock that is in sync with their body’s hormone production and the cycle of day and night. The circadian rhythm is a 24-hour cycle that plays a vital influence in our sleep cycle. Informally called as “circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders,” circadian rhythm sleep disorders refer to […]
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One of the most dangerous and debilitating illnesses is chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). Chronic fatigue syndrome is defined as a long-term exhaustion that inhibits a person from engaging in their typical activities. Adults who satisfy the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorder are thought to account for between 0.5% and […]
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Mar
Curiosity abounds in toddlers, as do their high spirits and, of course, their level of energy. While you may enjoy spending time with your child and seeing the world through their eyes, you may also enjoy the break you get when they take naps. Both you and your child will benefit from a short period […]
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For families with children, the summer months can bring a major upheaval in their daily routine. Summer vacation means that your child’s routine bedtime has been replaced with the Wild West. You may have a child that sleeps whenever he or she wants, or a child who takes naps until well after midday. The importance […]
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Mar
It’s well accepted that a child’s development is greatly aided by a good night’s sleep. For the 15–25% of children and teenagers who have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, getting enough sleep can seem impossible. Parents may come to dread bedtime because they don’t know what to do to help their child go asleep […]
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Since the Ottoman era, people have worn pajamas to bed. Visitors from Europe were so taken with them that they swiftly swept across the continent and became popular as a form of exotic loungewear. But until the 20th century, the idea of wearing PJs to bed wasn’t widely accepted in the Western world. Since then, […]
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Mar
Most children’s lives are now dominated by electronic devices. When it comes to academics, entertainment, and communication, kids rely heavily on screen-based devices. Despite the numerous educational and social advantages provided by modern technology, the ease with which we can now get our hands on these gadgets has its drawbacks as well. There is a […]
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Bedwetting is a common occurrence for many people. It’s difficult for parents and children alike to deal with bedwetting, especially when it occurs in older children. This has happened to a lot of people, so you’re not the only one. What is bedwetting? Sleep enuresis is another name for bedwetting. It is a condition known […]
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