The Link Between Postmenopausal Status and Sleep-Onset Insomnia
Postmenopausal women more often have sleep-onset insomnia disorder and are more likely to screen positive for obstructive sleep apnea.
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Visual Test Accurately Predicts Risk for Neurobehavioral Impairment in Patients With Sleep Deprivation
Individuals most at risk for neurobehavioral performance impairment during sleep deprivation can be accurately identified by a visual psychomotor vigilance task.
Prescription Pain and Sleep Medications Linked to Increased Risk for Frailty Among Elderly
Prescription pain and sleep drug use is significantly associated with an increased incidence of frailty.
Increased Duration of Positive Airway Pressure Therapy for Sleep Apnea Reduces Medical Visits and Costs
In patients with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea, positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy reduces acute and inpatient care visits as well as health care costs.
Two Distinct Phenotypes Identified in Hypersomnolence Disorder
The study results demonstrate the existence of 2 potential subclassifications of hypersomnolence disorder distinguished by the presence and severity of psychiatric symptoms as well as by sleep characteristics.
Long Sleep Duration Linked to Cognitive Decline Among Hispanic Individuals
Long sleep duration predicts seven-year cognitive decline among U.S. Hispanic/Latino patients.
Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Improves Sleep, PTSD in Evacuees of Natural Disasters
Investigators sought to determine the mental health needs of evacuees of devastating wildfires in Canada and to distribute evidence-based tools to promote resilience.
Weight Gain Associated With Later Circadian Phase of Peak Caloric Intake in Adolescents
Meal consumption in the evening is greater in obese adolescents compared with overweight or normal weight subjects, with later circadian phase of peak intake and lower amplitude.
Behavioral Therapy Helps Reduce Insomnia in Cancer Survivors
A stepped care approach seems beneficial for insomnia treatment among cancer survivors.
Polysomnographic Thresholds of Limited Use in Pediatric OSA
Polysomnographic resolution of obstructive sleep apnea and changes in polysomnographic severity of OSA in children account for a small but significant proportion of changes in symptoms and disease-specific quality of life.
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