In view of studies linking Alzheimer’s with the use of benzodiazepines (Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan, Valium) for anxiety and as sleeping pills - Ambien and Lunesta … [Read More...]
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Less Sleep Equals Larger Waistlines
According to a recent study quoted by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) American waistlines are on the rise. In the past few years, men and women have had … [Read More...]
Loneliness and Other New Findings
Loneliness is a persistent feeling of isolation. "Persistent" is the key to diagnose loneliness and depression opposed to the normal human condition of … [Read More...]
Sleep and Dementia: A Version of Pascal’s Wager
My guess is that poor sleep, over months and years, increases your risk of dementia, most commonly AD (Alzheimer's Disease). I think of a night of poor sleep as … [Read More...]
Keep Calm and Sleep: Your Personal Prime Performance Plan – Meeting Your Deadline
Whether facing a big test, sports competition, or a major life event, you need a personalized plan. You must address sleep, attention, and stress to meet your … [Read More...]
FAQ for Sleep Therapy Terminology
Don't lose sleep over all the technical terms associated with sleep therapy. To help you better understand "sleep" terminology we have a FAQ page with helpful … [Read More...]
Personal Diary
The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise
Driving in early, a hint of eastern light, the lyrics and Les Paul's guitar loud in my head: "Dear one, the world is waiting for the sunrise..." We are … [Read More...]
William Wordsworth Quote Invokes Thoughts on Sleep
I was re-reading a William Wordsworth sonnet and was struck by this couplet about the peacefulness of London at dawn in 1802. Dear God! the very houses seem … [Read More...]
Reading a Good Book – “Dangerously Sleepy”
I've been reading "Dangerously Sleepy" by Alan Derickson. The book describes disrespect of sleep as part of late 20th century emphasis on work flexibility, … [Read More...]