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Florence Cardinal

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posted 10/13/2009, comments (0)

Coffee for Babies?

Research out of the University of Toronto suggests that babies who are given caffeine have a different sleep pattern and may develop sleep abnormalities. But health problems, especially sleep related, may develop much earlier, well before the baby is born. Pregnancy There has long been conflicting arguments for and against drinking... Read more Chevron

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mamastokes

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Married living in high altitude. Have sleep disorder

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posted 04/16/2009, comment (1)

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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

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Allen Blaivas, M.D.

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posted 02/18/2009, comments (3)

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

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pamnbob97

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just your average joe

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posted 02/05/2009, comments (7)

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

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Michael Rack, MD

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posted 05/12/2008, comment (1)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is an effective treatment for most cases of primary insomnia, and for selected cases of secondary insomnia. There are a variety of behavioral and psychological treatments that comprise CBT-I, including stimulus control therapy, relaxation training, biofeedback, paradoxical intention, sleep... Read more Chevron

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