Sleep Disorders
In-depth guides on sleep disorders.
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Sleep ApneaSTOP-Bang Questionnaire: How to Know If You're at Risk for Sleep Apnea
The **STOP-Bang** is an 8-question screening tool developed by sleep researchers at the University of Toronto.
Sleep ApneaThe Anxiety-Insomnia Loop: How to Quiet a Racing Mind at 2 AM
You can't sleep because you're anxious, and you're anxious because you can't sleep. Break the cycle with 'Cognitive Shuffling' and the 'Worry Journal' method.
Sleep ApneaThe Mood-Sleep Connection: Why Depression Loves Insomnia
It's a chicken-and-egg problem. Does depression cause bad sleep, or does bad sleep cause depression? The answer is 'Both.' Learn how to break the cycle.
Sleep ApneaNightmares vs. Night Terrors: Why You Scream in Your Sleep
Waking up screaming but remembering nothing? That's a Night Terror. Learn the critical differences between these two parasomnias and how to soothe them.
Restless Leg SyndromeTaming the 'Jumpy Legs': How to Manage Restless Leg Syndrome at Night
It feels like ants crawling inside your bones. RLS is a neurological disorder, not just 'fidgeting.' Here are the iron-clad strategies to calm your limbs.
Sleep ApneaThe Silent Epidemic: Why Sleep Apnea Is More Than Just Snoring
It steals your energy, spikes your blood pressure, and ruins your partner's night. Discover the hidden signs of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and how to treat it.
InsomniaThe 3 AM Curse: Why Your Brain Wakes Up (And How to Fall Back Asleep)
Waking up at the same time every night? It’s not a ghost—it’s biology. Learn about 'Sleep Maintenance Insomnia' and the specific techniques to trick your brain back into slumber.
InsomniaUsing Sleep Self-Assessment Questionnaires to Identify Insomnia
Self-assessment questionnaires can help you **recognize sleep problems early**. Tools like **Insomnia Severity Index (ISI)** or PSQI give you a snapshot of your sleep patterns and highlight areas t...
Sleep ApneaObstructive Sleep Apnea Symptoms: Recognizing the Silent Threat to Your Health
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is often called the "silent killer" because many people who have it are completely unaware of their condition. While the symptoms may seem subtle or easily dismissed, ...
InsomniaInsomnia in the Elderly: Understanding Challenges and Tailored Solutions
Insomnia is a common and often debilitating condition that affects a significant portion of the elderly population. As we age, our sleep patterns naturally change, but these changes can sometimes d...
InsomniaComplete Insomnia Guide: Understanding, Prevention, and Treatment
- **30% of adults experience insomnia symptoms** annually, with 10% suffering from chronic insomnia
Sleep ApneaSnoring and Sleep Apnea: What You Need to Know in 2025
Snoring is often dismissed as a minor annoyance, but growing medical evidence shows it can be a red flag for serious health issues. At the forefront of discussion during **World Sleep 2025** was th...