Sleep Disorders News
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'Sexsomnia' Sleep Disorder More Common Than Believed
A sleep disorder called sexsomnia isn't as rare as researchers believed. Read Summary > -
Sleep Disorders May Be Mistaken for ADHD
The symptoms of disorganization, irritability, and hyper-sensitivity that are often symptoms of ADHD are hallmarks of sleep disorders as well, experts say. Read Summary > -
Too Little Sleep Linked to Early Death
An article published in the journal Sleep suggests that getting fewer than six hours of sleep per night may increase your risk of dying prematurely. Read Summary > -
Bad Night's Sleep Linked to Diabetes Risk
Having even one night of sleeplessness can induce insulin resistance, new research has found. Read Summary > -
Sleep Apnea Raises Stroke Risk
Men and women who have chronic sleep apnea have a much higher risk for stroke than their non-snoring peers, researchers say. Read Summary > -
New Rules Give Gays, Friends Hospital Rights
President Barack Obama has made moves to issue new rules that will allow gay and lesbian partners to visit one another in the hospital and to make decisions about their care--a benefit of marriage that has long been denied to them. Read Summary > -
Should You Be Taking Supplements?
Experts at The American Dietetic Association have updated their guidelines on supplements to stress that eating nutrient-rich foods--and not popping pills--is the best way to get necessary nutrients and reduce your risk of disease. Read Summary > -
FDA Approves Insomnia Med Silenor
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Silenor for the treatment of insomnia. Read Summary >
