Lack of Deep Sleep, Not Brain Aging, Drives Anxiety in Older Adults
A new study reveals that declining slow-wave sleep impairs overnight emotional regulation, pointing to a modifiable target for late-life anxiety.
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Americans Are Losing Sleep Over Worrying About It
A survey by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) reveals that 81% of Americans report losing sleep over worries about sleep problems.
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Sleep Specialists Prepare for ‘Electsomnia’—Insomnia Linked to Election Season
Learn how to create boundaries to protect sleep health during presidential elections.
13% of Americans Diagnosed with Restless Legs Syndrome: Survey
A survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that 13% of Americans have been diagnosed with restless legs syndrome.
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Addressing Sleep Problems in ADHD Children for Better School Days
Improving sleep routines in children with ADHD can reduce symptoms and enhance focus and behavior, especially as the new school year begins.
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Better Sleep May Hold Key to Managing Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Distinct changes in sleep patterns are linked to active inflammatory bowel disease, a finding that could open the doors for sleep-focused interventions.
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Is Your Smartwatch Making You Anxious? Wearables Can Lead People to Stress More About Their Health
Using wearables to monitor heart conditions like atrial fibrillation can actually make people more anxious about their health.
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Dengue Fever Linked to Short-Term Sleep Disorders in Taiwan
Sleep disorders were elevated within three to 12 months post-infection.
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Police Get More Shut-Eye with Fatigue-Fighting Training
A fatigue-management program improved sleep duration, mental health, and overall well-being among Seattle police employees.
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Children’s Nighttime Anxieties a Major Factor in Bedtime Battles
A poll reveals many parents struggle with getting young children to bed due to nighttime anxieties, with one in four finding it difficult, and highlights habits that may increase sleep issues long-term.
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New Corporate Program Offers Vibrating Wristband for Better Sleep and Stress Management
The program aims to improve employee well-being by providing wearable devices designed to enhance sleep quality and focus, while reducing stress and anxiety.
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FDA Greenlights Clinical Trials for Nexalin’s Insomnia and Anxiety Therapy Headset
The FDA has agreed on the design for Nexalin’s planned clinical studies of the Gen-3 HALO Clarity, targeting insomnia and anxiety.
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Does Insomnia Worsen Asthma? Research Suggests a Connection
Asthmatics with insomnia experienced more asthma exacerbations than those without insomnia and were more likely to have concurrent sleep apnea, along with anxiety or depression.
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4 Reasons Patients Drop Out of CBT-I
Up to 40% of patients abandon CBT-I prematurely. Experts share the top reasons why and offer solutions to counter them.
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Sleep and Stress Major Players in US Mental Health Concerns, Poll Finds
The APA’s annual mental health poll reveals that four in 10 respondents identify sleep as the primary factor affecting their mental health.
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Sleep and Exercise Are Canadians’ Biggest Health Hurdles, Study Shows
Canadian employees are facing challenges with sleep and physical activity, with these issues driving lower wellness scores compared to pre-pandemic levels.
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Wearable Tech Detects Users’ Stress Levels During Sleep
The research revealed notable correlations: For every additional hour of sleep, the likelihood of experiencing moderate-to-high stress decreased by 38%
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Massage Therapy May Lead to Better Sleep
The American Massage Therapy Association shares recent studies on how massage therapy can help improve sleep for various populations, including pregnant women, infants, and women going through menopause.
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