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...follows sleep.Can Napping Protect against Drowsy Driving Crashes?Most people are aware that driving while sleepy is extremely dangerous. Still, many drivers press on when they feel drowsy in spite... Read more »Insomnia: Diagnosis
...minutes in traffic.(Indicate a score of 0 to 3)SCORE RESULTS1-6: Getting enough sleep4-8: Tends to be sleepy but is average.9-15: Very sleepy and should seek medical advice.Over 16: Dangerously... Read more »Sleep Apnea: Diagnosis
...each day and when do they occur? (Patients with apnea often do not describe this symptom as feeling "sleepy." They are more apt to describe this feeling as "lack of energy" or "feeling tired all... Read more »Restless Leg Syndrome: Treatment
There is no specific diagnostic test for RLS. If you suspect you may have the disorder, talk to your doctor as soon as you can. If possible, bring a diary of your sleep as well as a record of the... Read more »All About Shift Work
BASICS:A shift worker is anyone who follows a work schedule that is outside of the typical "9 to 5" business day. In the past few decades the United States has become increasingly dependent upon... Read more »Medications
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent or control seizures (epilepsy) in... Read more »
This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood... Read more »
...teenagers and the elderly. This medication may make you sleepy or wakeful. Therefore, depending... Read more »
Modafinil decreases extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders such as... Read more »
This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression, anxiety and bipolar... Read more »
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