Those who suffer from non-24-hour sleep-wake disorder (N24SWD) have an abnormal circadian rhythm that deviates from the standard 24-hour pattern. Bedtimes tend to get later and later for sufferers of N24SWD, resulting in disrupted daily routines. It’s comforting to know that you’re not the only one with a non-24-hour sleep-wake issue. The medical community and […]
There are several symptoms of excessive sleepiness, such as uncontrollable yawning, heavy eyelids, and a strong desire to fall asleep during the day. Struggling to stay awake can have a negative impact on academic and professional performance, interpersonal relationships, and even one’s ability to drive safely. It’s normal to question, “Why am I always sleepy?” […]
For the umpteenth time, I found myself muttering, “Back to bed.” In spite of the clock reading 9pm, my preschooler remained awake. There were three things that were keeping him awake in his room: the darkness, his air conditioner, and his “scratchy” pants. I was convinced that this youngster was attempting to prolong bedtime by […]
Sleep is a critical component of human health, according to scientific studies. Rest and recuperation for the mind and body are two of the many benefits of meditation. Men and women both need sleep, yet there are significant disparities in the amount of sleep they get. Research on sleep has historically concentrated primarily on men, […]
It’s the time it takes to respond to a stimulus, which can be anything that occurs before a response. How long it takes for the body’s physical response to a stimulus to occur depends on the complexity of the human brain, which typically takes 160 to 190 milliseconds. How long does it take for a […]
When I started seeing spots at Disneyland the last time, I knew something bad was about to happen. After that, I experienced excruciating agony behind my eyes and nausea. A wet washcloth was wrapped around my neck as I lay on my hotel bed, hoping desperately that the wonderful comfort that would come from falling […]
For Mother’s Day last year, my daughter gave me a feces test. As absurd as it may sound, I’d had my eye on one for quite some time. To better understand, let me go back in time. I’ve had stomach problems for as long as I can remember. According to my mother, I was born […]
Both our health and survival depend on a good night’s slumber. Several bodily processes, including our memory, learning, and immune systems, are regulated by sleep. Our emotions, as well as our organs including the brain, heart, and lungs, are all influenced by our quality of sleep. As a result, sleep deprivation can have a severe […]
The brain uses sleep as a time for rest and recuperation. Both rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and non-REM (NREM) sleep have varying levels of cerebral activity; nonetheless, evidence is mounting that both of these types of sleep improve a wide range of cognitive abilities. In order to learn effectively, it is necessary to get […]
A child with micrognathia is born with a smaller lower jaw than is typical. Feeding and respiration can be affected by the illness. OSA, a sleep disorder that affects energy levels and quality of life, maybe a result of breathing difficulties. People with micrognathia are more likely to suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) than […]