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Can You Learn While Sleeping?
Prevention
You can help to prevent obstructive sleep apnea by maintaining a healthy weight. You can help to reduce sleep apnea symptoms by avoiding alcohol and sedatives.
Treatment
To treat obstructive sleep apnea, many people sleep with a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) device. A CPAP device is a mask that fits over your mouth and nose. It forces your airways open with a stream of air. This allows you to breathe more easily. For some others, weight loss or surgical procedures may be...
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Sleepwalking And Sleep Terrors
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
A person's history usually provides enough information for a doctor to diagnose sleepwalking, especially in children. More difficult cases may... Read more »
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Napping Benefits
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ADHD and Sleep Disorders
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