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mamastokes

Married living in high altitude. Have sleep disorder

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I am on prescription medicine for my insomnia and using a CPAP at night. I have had my prescription dosage changed from 50mg to 100mg as needed. Some nights I have to take the 100mg tabs just to fall asleep. The only thing I don't like about the pills is that I can open my door if someone knocks and go back to bed without... Read more Chevron

posted 04/16/2009, comment (1)|

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healthgal

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When Kid's Sleep Goes Awry - Part 2

When Sleep Goes Awry When we look at infant and toddler sleep patterns, there are often simple clues that explain why a sleep pattern (if it is in place) has become disrupted. Causes can include: -Stomach discomfort due to gas or a type of food that was eaten -Illness -Dirty or wet diaper/bed-wetting in older children -Scary... Read more Chevron

posted 04/01/2009, comments (0)|

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Pamela Wagner

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Award-winning author, poet and papier mache artist

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My New Book is coming out

Just wanted to share the news that my new book of poetry, about my journey from illness to recovery, is coming out at the end of this month, and is already available for preorder from Amazon.com. (See link below) In it are poems from my twenty-four years of writing, plus commentary by Dr. Mary O'Malley, psychiatrist. It is called WE MAD... Read more Chevron

posted 03/18/2009, comment (1)|

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Allen Blaivas, M.D., Health Pro

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Sleep Disorder Specialist

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Sleep Deprivation 101: What You Should Know

In my previous blogs I have written about the importance of good sleep, but I don’t think we ever really explained the significance of sleep deprivation and the effects on society and the individual. I thought that it would be a good idea to go over some significant facts and figures to convince you of the importance of getting a good... Read more Chevron

posted 02/18/2009, comments (5)|

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pamnbob97

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just your average joe

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not sleeping for years

the question is what else can i do to fall a sleep ? i was dianognosed with sleep apnea about a year ago . but talking with my wife and my family doctor , we came to the conclusion that i had a form of sleep apnea for atleast since i was 15 ( i'am 39 now ) . i have tried staying awake for hours and hours and just finally crash . i have went to the... Read more Chevron

posted 02/05/2009, comments (7)|

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