More articles about: Sleep Disorders Treatment
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Half of newborns with severe spina bifida have trouble breathing during sleep
Many infants with the most severe form of spina bifida called myelomeningocele experience breathing disruptions during sleep — increasing the risk of cognitive deficits later in life, a new study finds.
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The link between sleep and mental health
Sleep and mental health are closely related to one another. Good sleep can support positive mental health while poor sleep can lead to mental illness. Michigan Medicine experts share simple sleep tips that anyone can follow to improve their physical and mental wellbeing.
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For multiple sclerosis, medication and cognitive behavioral therapy can reduce fatigue
In a study of commonly used treatments for multiple sclerosis, both medical and behavioral interventions, and a combination of the two, resulted in significant improvements in fatigue.
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30 years of insomnia improved in just four weeks
Sleep medicine experts say psychotherapy is the first line treatment for chronic insomnia
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Free sleep clinic addresses disparities in treatment of sleep disorders
New sleep medicine service aims to combat sleep disorders and help reduce poor health outcomes for people without health insurance.
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A road to better Zzz’s
A newly improved CPAP device is helping aid in one woman’s obstructive sleep apnea.
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Sleep deprivation or burnout?
A sleep psychologist explains why the exhaustion you feel may not be related to a lack of sleep.
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Treating Sleep Apnea May Reduce Dementia Risk
People with obstructive sleep apnea who treat their apnea with the commonly-prescribed positive airway pressure therapy were less likely to be diagnosed with dementia.
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Is Your Excessive Sleepiness Actually Narcolepsy?
Are you tired all the time? For some people, narcolepsy could be the culprit. Two Michigan Medicine sleep medicine specialists discuss the types, symptoms and available treatments for this sleep disorder.
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Can CBD Help You Sleep?
A sleep psychologist says you should reconsider stocking up on CBD products for catching some zzz’s.
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The Top 5 Most Played Michigan Medicine News Break Podcasts of 2019
A list of the top 5 podcasts of 2019 from the Michigan Health and Michigan Health Lab blogs.
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Are Melatonin Supplements Safe?
A Michigan Medicine expert explains what we know and don’t know about the hormone supplement that’s growing in popularity.
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1 in 4 Older Patients Stay on Risky Sedative Too Long
Benzodiazepines pose special risks to older adults. New research finds many of those who start taking them aren’t stopping.
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Shut-Eye 101: Online Program Helps College Students Sleep
See how a free online sleep education program is helping college students improve their sleep habits by addressing barriers to good sleep through simple behavioral changes.
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6 Ways Obstructive Sleep Apnea Can Harm Your Health
Is sleep apnea dangerous? Left untreated it can be. Learn the side effects and risks of untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) including why you should schedule a sleep study.
