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posted 11/24/2008, comments (0)

Snoring in Kids Can Mean Stunted Growth

We've already talked about why it's so important for parents to have a good sense of what their kid's sleep (quality and quantity) is like. If they snore, we've talked about obstructive sleep apnea (due to enlarged tonsils, obesity) and how sleep deprivation or poor sleep quality can impact everything from attention span in school to full... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Diana L Walcutt

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posted 11/24/2008, comment (1)

Internet Psychotherapy? Does It Work?

I read an article the other day in the Los Angeles Times and was intrigued by the idea it was presenting. Health insurance companies are supporting an idea of offering Internet Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT, or Cog B) for patients with insomnia. Now, we know that Cog B is one of the most effective treatments for depression, anxiety... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/20/2008, comments (0)

Insomnia and the "Vulnerability it Creates"

Even occasional lack of sleep can put you at an escalated risk of developing certain health conditions. Since there are so many variations of insomnia - here's a template to help you address the issues: "I wake up too early in the am" - Early risers (especially the elderly) may have ASPS - Advanced Sleep Phase Syndrome - which means... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/20/2008, comments (0)

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I do sleep with my little dog who is 4 1/2 years. I have sleep apnea and belive me when I tell you this you are going to be surprized. she wakes me up not every night but sometimes I have quit beathing. I do not wear my mask because of my fear of to small area. She does this by hugging her face against mine and kissing my face. I am so... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/18/2008, comment (1)

The Connection Between Sleep Disorders and Eye Health

Experts have told us that chronic loss of sleep can increase risk of heart disease, weight gain, poor performance, diabetes and other serious conditions. Well a new study in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings suggests several associations between sleep disorders and eye health. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common form of... Read more Chevron

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