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Texting and Sleep

Do your children seem more moody, irritable or depressed than usual? Don't blame it all on adolescent angst. The cause may not be physical or mental, but electronic. Not so long ago, such behavior was blamed on sleep deprivation caused by violent TV shows or stimulating video games before bedtime.   Now new villains have raised there heads... Read moreChevron
posted 11/28/2010, comments (0)|
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ADHD Awareness Month: How Does It Affect Sleep?

This is National ADHD Awareness Month. What is ADHD (attention-deficit hyper activity disorder?) According to Medicinenet.com: "ADHD refers to a chronic biobehavioral disorder that initially manifests in childhood and is characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and/or inattention." It begins in early childhood, but in some cases, continues... Read moreChevron
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Your Sleep Comfort Zone

How well you sleep depends a great deal on how deep you're into your comfort zone. That comfort zone includes several factors, including a firm mattress and a pillow suited to your individual taste.   Noise is also a consideration. Noisy neighbors. Barking dogs. The honking and screeching of traffic. Any and all of these can keep you awake.... Read moreChevron
posted 07/20/2010, comments (0)|
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Total Sleep Deprivation and the Brain

Long periods of sleep deprivation are often a way of life for members of essential services, including medical and military personnel. Sleep deprivation can lead to poor decisions, indecisiveness, accidents and even death.   For almost four years, Dr. Sean Drummond, researcher with the Department of Defense, has conducted a study into the... Read moreChevron
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Alternatives to Sleeping Pills

This is the second of a series of articles I'll be running touching on various aspects of sleep, sleep problems and sleep deprivation. Today's article focuses on the increasing usage of sleeping pills, for everyone from children to senior citizens.   Yes, people need sleep, but they should also remember there might be other methods to... Read moreChevron
posted 06/28/2010, comments (0)|

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