Sleepwalking (somnambulism)

There are more than 3 million cases of sleepwalking or somnambulism in America each year. This disorder isn’t referring to a one-and-done episode of sleepwalking or someone who has an occurrence every few years. Those that suffer from somnambulism are involved in complex, recurrent, and frequent behaviors during sleep that interfere with their lives and […]

REM Sleep Behavior Disorder

What Is Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD)? REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD) is a condition that is characterized by an individual experiencing sudden body movements and vocalizations during vivid dreams in REM sleep. This condition is a form of parasomnia, which refers to abnormal behaviors during sleep. During regular REM sleep, the […]

What are Parasomnias?

Parasomnia refers to all the abnormal things that occur to people while they sleep — excluding sleep apnea. A parasomnia is characterized by unusual behavior and undesirable experiences that disrupt sleep. If you have a parasomnia, you may experience abnormal movements, sleep talking, or odd expressions. Some examples are sleep-related eating disorders, sleepwalking, sleep terrors, […]

Sleep-wake disorder

What are Sleep-Wake Disorders? Sleep-wake disorders are conditions that affect your sleep quality, the duration of sleep, and the amount of sleep you get each night. Sleep-wake disorders can contribute to or be a symptom of other medical conditions. Sleep disorders may also affect your ability to function while you’re awake. The most common sleep-wake […]

Circadian Rhythm Disorder / Jet Lag

What are Circadian Rhythm Disorders? Individuals who suffer from a circadian rhythm disorder may experience frequent sleep interruptions. Your body’s internal clock is set by light, specifically the brightness and type of light, the amount of time exposed to light, and when you are exposed. Other factors include melatonin levels, physical activity, and social behaviors. […]

Narcolepsy

What is Narcolepsy? Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder caused by the brain’s inability to regulate sleep-wake cycles. The main features of narcolepsy are excessive daytime sleepiness and cataplexy, or loss of voluntary muscle control. The disease is often associated with sudden sleep attacks, cataplexy, insomnia, dream-like hallucinations, and a condition called sleep paralysis. Narcolepsy is […]

Hypersomnia

Do you often feel incredibly exhausted during the day? Do you sometimes have trouble staying awake even when you’re sitting still? If so, you may suffer from hypersomnia, which affects your work, social, and love life. While many things can cause hypersomnia, it’s often related to other sleep disorders like narcolepsy or obstructive sleep apnea. The symptoms […]

Insomnia

What is Insomnia? Insomnia disorder is a common sleep disorder where you often have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or going back to sleep if you awaken. Those with insomnia typically feel tired and have low energy when they are awake, as a result of sleep deprivation. Sleep disturbance affects your body’s overall health. If […]

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a serious sleep problem. If you have it, you stop breathing for more than 10 seconds at a time many times while you sleep. Another term for this problem is obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep apnea affects between 2 and 10% of people. It is more common in men […]

Chronic Snoring Causes And Treatment

Snoring is a harsh sound that can occur when air flows past relaxed tissues in your throat, causing these tissues to vibrate. Almost everyone has experienced snoring occasionally, but for some people it can be a chronic problem or a sign of a more serious health condition. Long term snoring leads to disrupted sleep patterns […]