Just like round the clock workers, police personnel have their share of working on shifts as well. The study consisted of police officers participating in either an online or an on-site screening (n = 4,957) and monthly follow-up surveys (n = 3,545 officers) between July 2005 and December 2007

The study revealed that about 40.4% of the participating cops were found positive for the said sleep disorder. 33.6% of that were found positive for obstructive sleep apnea and 6.5% suffering from insomnia.

Apparently the shifting issue can be singled out as the culprit. A change in the regular body clock does have dire effects and from the looks of it, even the cops are not spared. Let us hope though that the margin for error does not get imperiled by all of this too.

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A lot of people such as the fans and the family of Jackson cheered the verdict, some even singing to the tune of ‘Beat It’ too. And while Murray kept his poker-face stance all throughout, it makes you wonder; what if Murray did not administer those large dosages? What if Jackson continued to suffer to this day insomnia or worse, die from it eventually?

This is looking at the different side of the case. This is not in defense of Dr. Conrad Murray but more of looking at what would have happened if it was the other way around. Jackson may have lived a bit longer but may eventually succumb to the sleep problem which was said to be pretty much serious.

So in the end, Murray or any other hired physician hired by Michael would have been convicted too for being neglectful.

But just the same, the dosage issue of propofol is really the main issue here. And while Murray claims that he gave only a small amount to Michael who had complained of struggles to prepare for his shows, one can only wonder how “small” that amount was.

All is water under the bridge as Jackson is dead. But for Dr. Conrad Murray who stands to lose his license, a tight watch has been made on him. Why? The last thing that people would want to see is seeing a convicted doctor putting himself to permanent sleep as well.

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It comes with two basic modules, namely the Sleep mod and the PowerNap mod. Of the two, the PowerNap mod seems to be the more powerful one, aiming to boost energy and reduce stress that can surely relax you and send you to dreamland the completely natural way.

The app requires Android 1.6 or later to use with 2.1 MB space required. It costs around $5.50 over at the Android Market.

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The Tanita Sleeping Scan makes use of a vibration microphone to sense body motion, heart rate and breathing patterns which surrenders the gathered information into an SD card. The data can thereafter be uploaded to a PC and analyzed with an included sleep analyzing software.

From there, people will be able to see graphs showing how many hours they were asleep as well as the number of times they woke up. The device should be something useful for people suffering from insomnia and other sleep disorders. The Tanita Sleeping Scan SL-501 costs $653.

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Sleep monitors are normally known to come in small devices, externally to make sure you don’t feel invaded as far as getting good sleep is concerned. Without obstructions, hard luck people who need all the help they can get would do well having a sleep monitoring device far from them.

But it looks like technology has done it again, coming up with a sleep shirt that practically does the same things. The Somnus Sleep Shirt features two sensors that keep track of an individual’s overnight breathing and in turn transmits it to a small data recorder which should help analyze the sleep problems people have to deal with.

Co-inventor Matt Bianchi, a sleep neurologist at Massachusetts General Hospital, thinks the Somnus could help patients suffering from insomnia, who often have difficulty determining how much shuteye they actually get.

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Sleeping while outdoors does seem to be common these days, especially with the growing problem of insomnia and sleep apnea. While many seek help from the sleep specialists, here is one cooky invention that should “cover” you up in a manner of speaking.

This is with reference to the futuristic-looking Sleep Suit, something that should come in handy with the people always on the go. The sleep suit comes from Buckminster Fuller’s practice of Dymaxion Sleeping. Carrying a cocoon or wrapped up concept, this is one project that could help the wary worker or traveler. Now all you have to do is find a place to wear it and rest for a while.

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It seems that men who are suffering from Insomnia better watch out. If they value their life or intend to live longer may want to address the number of hours they sleep.

According to a study, it seems that men who sleep less than 6 hours are more likely to incur a higher risk of death. People who said they did not have insomnia but who slept less than six hours a night did not have a significantly increased death risk.

Neither did self-described insomniacs who slept more than six hours in the lab.

Hence, the best way is to perhaps to see a specialist and remedy the insomnia issue as soon as possible. Otherwise, do not say you were warned!

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It seems that a new discovery may help women get better sleep. Soy has been found to remedy and provide better sleep, thanks mainly to its estrogen-like compounds which should help post-menopausal women resolve their sleep woes.

The compounds are called isoflavones and have been known for testing against health problems which include the likes of menopause, high cholesterol, high blood sugar and increased body fat.

To investigate whether isoflavones might be beneficial, 38 postmenopausal women with insomnia were randomly assigned to take either 80 milligrams of the isoflavones or a placebo for four months. All of the study participants underwent polysomnography, which involves spending the night in a sleep lab.

This is deemed only temporary so for women who want to try it, don’t expect too much. If the results are to be analyzed, you will agree that this is something that is a temporary remedy, meaning you may have to look for something else to treat your sleep problems.

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For the many people having problems sleeping, it may be all linked to the blue light from your iPad’s screen. The said blue light has been said to suppress melatonin production but the Zzz filter should change all that. The new filter is now available for $29.95 and installs in seconds.

This new screen filter for the iPad operates as normal through this easy-to-apply amber Zzz Filter. The new Zzz Filters have an easily applied, non-adhesive frame each made of durable cling vinyl. Beside the unique blue-blocking property, this filter also provides excellent scratch-resistance as does a similar clear protective screen which too is new to the market.

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Insomnia has been a growing problem for people who cannot get decent sleep and perhaps one solution is to find something to cure it. And thanks to a new study, it looks like Tart Cherry Juice can be a great way to address insomnia.

The drink is called CherriBundi was used on 15 older adults for two weeks where it was found that they had improved sleeplessness and saved about 17 minutes of wake time after going to bed. The high content of melatonin in the tart cherries may have helped moderate the body’s sleep-wake cycle.

Sleep issues plague more than 40 million adults in the United States, according to statistics by the National Institutes of Health. Cherries are also rich in anthocyanins that provide health benefits such as reduced inflammation.

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Merck & Co. are developing a new drug that is said to help improve sleep and people suffering from insomnia. The drug is called the MK-4305 and belongs to a new class of sleep drugs which inhibit production of orexins in the brain, blocking stimulation of the brain’s arousal system.

Orexin is a neuropeptide that is believed to play a key role in regulation of the brain’s sleep/wake process.

The MK-4305 is made up of different dosages which are now being used in studies. 40 mg and 20 mg doses are being used on younger patients while elderly folks are using the 30 mg and 15 mg dosages.

There were no reports of serious adverse side effects. The most common side effects included upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, dizziness, drowsiness on waking, headache and vivid dreams.

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Wisconsin got a multi-state settlement from drug maker Astra-Zeneca for marketing an anti-psychotic drug which did not gain FDA approval. The said drug was aimed towards treating sleep problems such as insomnia and other psychiatric conditions.

Astra-Zeneca denied these claims and chose to settle the issue rather than let the drug issue get out of hand. At $4 million, that was indeed some issue which cost them a lot of dough!

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Lady GaGa calls it a passion but unfortunately she is also putting her health at risk. Admitting she was suffering from Insomnia due to her obsession towards her work has made her struggle to get some shuteye.

She has admitted that ever since she shot to fame, sleepless nights were starting to occur. So if you hear about another celebrity seeking sleep problems, Lady GaGa is sure to be one of them.

(Source) Digital Spy

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Just in case you missed it, yesterday was World Sleep Day. Sponsored by the World Association of Sleep Medicine, this event was meant to raise awareness on sleep disorders such as insomnia and sleep apnea. More than 1/3 of adults suffer from sleep disorders and much of this was addressed at this event.

For the sleep-deprived, here are some 10 Commandments of Sleep Hygiene shared. They may sound simple but check them out because you may have missed some of them in your daily routine.

1. Fix a bedtime and an awakening time.
2. Limit daytime naps to 30-45 minutes.
3. Avoid excessive alcohol 4 hours before bedtime and do not smoke.
4. Avoid caffeine 6 hours before bedtime. This includes coffee, tea and many sodas, as well as chocolate.
5. Avoid heavy, spicy, or sugary foods 4 hours before bedtime. A light snack before bed is acceptable.
6. Exercise regularly, but not right before bed.
7. Use comfortable bedding.
8. Find a comfortable temperature setting for sleeping and keep the room well ventilated.
9. Block out all distracting noise and eliminate as much light as possible.
10. Reserve the bed for sleep and sex. Don’t use the bed as an office, workroom or recreation room.

(Source) Local 2 KPSP

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Vidya Balan has been picked to be the brand ambassador for sleep awareness month this March. This month, people will be made aware on the sensitivity of sleep disorders through the various symptoms which are normally taken for granted. Sleep disorders are increasingly becoming rampant among Indians leading to a call for more regular checkups.

The sleep awareness month will see Indian Sleep Disorders Association (ISDA) and pharmaceutical company Abbott India organize various awareness programs, including camps, with healthcare professionals who are experts in the field of insomnia and other sleep-related issues in metros and smaller cities across India.

(Source) India Times

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While sleep has always been known to be the time where we can relax and be at peace, sleep disorders will always be there to spoil such a belief. We have been hearing a lot of sleep disorders from the past years and perhaps it would be good to note the top 10 spooky sleep disorders, most of which you may already have come across. Here they are:

• Nightmare Disorder
• Sleepwalking
• Night Terrors
• Sleepy Hallucinations
• Exploding Head Syndrome
• Sleep Paralysis
• REM Behavior Disorder
• Nocturnal Sleep-Related Eating Disorder
• Sexsomnia
• Insomnia

For sure if you are a constant follower of Sleepzine, some of them have been tackled at one time or the other. But if you want a better understanding of the other sleep disorders, you can check them out at this link.

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Here is something weird. It seems that for some reason, sleep deprived people may encounter some reduced brain density courtesy of a study from the University of Cambridge. This was done through brain imaging where the people over at the University were able to link insomnia to brain density reduction in grey matter, fundamental to brain activity.

The study is significant because it begins to explain how insomnia disrupts the brain’s functioning. Whereas previous researchers have known that insomnia disrupts the brain’s functioning, the real cause of the malfunction had not been known.

(Source) Varsity UK

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The name could use some work but considering that Aswagandha is an Indian herb to help you sleep, it is not surprising why weird and hard to remember herbs are bound to have some medical benefits. Aswagandha is actually a scientific term for Withania somnifera and induces sleep for people suffering from insomnia. It calms the body and mind thus leading to eventual slumber.

Aswagandha’s odour is not palatable. It smells like a horse’s sweat. But its health benefits range from fighting insomnia to improving fertility levels, and from controlling diabetes to keeping epilepsy under check. It improves the muscles, fights fatigue and brings down the levels of trauma and suffering.

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(Source) Asian Age

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Here is a gift you can give yourself or any friend who you know is suffering from sleep deprivation or even insomnia. The Harmonic Sleep CD from Sound Health Products does offer the usual soothing sounds to make you sleep but features subliminal “harmonics” that are said to encourage slow, relaxing sleep waves in the brain even though they are too faint to hear. Alternatively, the Delta Sleep System CD contains tones that supposedly match the frequency of delta sleep waves, in theory cuing the brain to make sleep waves of its own.

Both CDs are sold at various sites online. The Harmonic Sleep CD sells for about $20. A two-CD set of the Delta Sleep System also costs about $20.

(Source) LA Times

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Pzizz Sleep iPhone App

Pzizz Technology has announced a special price off on two of its sleep-related apps, the Pzizz Sleep and Pzizz Relax for the iPhone and the iPod Touch. Both are being sold for a limited-time offer price of $2.99. Both apps are designed to aid sleep and provide help with insomnia to sleep deprived consumers.

According to the company, Pzizz uses neuro linguistic programming, music and sound effects and binaural beats to softly lull you to sleep. NLP is a system in which the brain is viewed as a computer that can be reprogrammed to think and feel in a way that helps people achieve specific goals. Both apps are now available at the iTunes app store.

(Source) Mac World

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You would think that insomnia would hit only the adults no thanks to their own doing. Some inherit them due to their preference to stay awake and sleep when they feel like it. However it seems that this is not the true case of where insomnia originates.

In fact a 4 year old girl has been discovered to be suffering from insomnia in Britain, often awake by midnight despite a structured bedtime routine. And while many would say that parents or specialists could teach their kids how to practice sleeping patterns but apparently the case is a lot serious than that.

Doctors discovered the reason for Jess Tinsley’s problem. It was all tied up to acting out her dreams, a lot of what she has done for the day. This ability to conjure up accurate mental images is known as eidetic imagery. It generally only affects children, as they tend to grow out of it. So technically, some psychological factor was associated with it which the Tinsley’s acted upon.

Sleep is important particularly for Jess’ age of four. And the solution? The psychologist suggested that rather than having her bedtime story in the sitting room, she would have it in bed, so that she knew that was where she had to stay.

And apparently it worked and results were seen after three days.

(Source) The Daily Mail

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You just have to give DJ Moby a lot of credit for being wise despite his growing Insomnia problem. Perhaps learning from the fate of stars such as Michael Jackson, he refuses to take sleeping pills to aid him with his Insomnia. His reason is of course being addicted to them which as we all know has led to more deaths than remedies.

His insomnia problem is so bad that he often hallucinates through lack of sleep but says that he won’t turn to medication to solve his restlessness. Kudos to DJ Moby and perhaps the battle against Insomnia still continues. But for sure, there will be a solution but the only thing is when?

(Source) SIFY

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People who are suffering from Insomnia may yet be able to be in reach with this latest device called the LightSleeper, a British made sleep device that should improve your sleeping habits. Boots is about to offer this sleep gadget in their stores. The LightSleeper is best known for projecting beams towards the ceiling which becomes a sight to be followed by your eyes.

You follow it with your eyes as it gently circles around, and it’s claimed even the most restless will soon be soothed into a deep sleep. It’ll shut itself off after half an hour, but you can tap it back to life for another stint if you’re still no closer to the land of nod.

(Source) Electric Pig

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Older women are believed to have more sleep issues than older men but did you know that they complain more? Weird as it may seem, sleep deprivation has been bugging both genders but of the two, a research finds that women are actually getting better sleep than men.

Through a study participants kept a sleep diary and wore a device called an actigraph on their wrists to determine their sleeping behavior and sleep patterns. And afterwards, the actigraphs themselves revealed that men actually had less sleep than women at 6 ½ hours. Women slept 15 minutes more.

As people get older they tend to sleep less, and to sleep more lightly. But this doesn’t mean we all have insomnia to look forward to. Obviously, the latter was in reference to women who complained more about Insomnia. Older people should realize they may need to sleep less and go to bed a bit later, and avoid snoozing away the day.

(Source) Reuters

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The King of Pop Michael Jackson is dead but up to now, the critics and specialists are not yet done and one on how he really died. Finger pointing continues and if the latest autopsy is any help, it is obvious that sleeping pills really had a hand on his demise.

If you will recall, his doctor, Conrad Murray, is under fire for giving Jackson Propofol (Diprivan) for his continued complaints about Insomnia. And now we have this autopsy report from a said specialist that he was fit as an ox. The only abnormal thing about his autopsy was that Jackson’s arms were covered with punctures, his face and neck were scarred and he had tattooed eyebrows and lips. It looks like Murray has dug an even deeper hole for himself!

(Source) KOLD

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For the people who are looking for ideal sleep solutions to aid them, the new formula by USANA Health Sciences should be something to check out. Called Pure Rest, the new sleep formula will be unveiled at the 17th Annual International Convention in Salt Lake City.

Pure Rest supports healthy, restorative sleep by supplementing the body’s natural supply of melatonin and is ideal for people with age-related insomnia, jet lag, and sleep disturbances due to shift work. The product is made with high quality, pure melatonin from Switzerland.

(Source) RTT News

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The never-ending story behind the real cause of death of Michael Jackson continues. Sleeping aids were said to be the reason and while many presumed that it was a mild case of overdose, new evidence shows it was way beyond that. And according to the Washington post, the sleep aid was Propofol.

What the heck is Propofol?

Propofol, also known as Diprivan, is an IV anesthetic agent typically used in operating rooms to put patients to sleep in about a minute. In drip form, it keeps them asleep. It’s reserved for procedures where a patient would otherwise be uncomfortable — say, plastic surgery, a colonoscopy or hip replacement — but must be meticulously monitored because the drug can stop a person’s breathing.

Propofol is fairly easy for a doctor to acquire, but is never intended for home use, where proper equipment to resuscitate a patient is typically absent

We are all aware of the sleeping problems of Michael Jackson and how extreme he could get just to get some good sleep. And so now the question remains, did Michael Jackson want it or did his physician purposely give it to hear the end of Michael’s continued complaint about his sleep problem?

For now, all eyes are on his physician, Conrad Murray who has been treating Jackson’s Insomnia problem. He claimed that he feared Michael was growing addicted to it, referring to it as milk. If he knew this from the start, then why didn’t he stop it? Well, it looks like Dr. Murray is in a very deep hole!

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With the school year set to start soon, parents will now have to adjust once again their sleeping habits to make sure that their children get the proper preparations when trooping back to school commences. This is a familiar cycle where you have to admit that once Summer sets in, parents enjoy the break as well since they avoid having to wake up early to attend to their little tykes.

It is important that parents recognize that getting less sleep can affect disposition, learning ability, and recall. Parents with existing sleeping disorders need to be especially careful during this time of transition. Dr. Michael Lacey, the Medical Director of the Atlanta Sleep Medicine Clinic says, “Adding more sleep deprivation to someone with an existing sleep disorder such as insomnia or sleep apnea can throw him or her over the edge. This extra sleep loss can potentially harm mood, ability to function at work, and even negatively affect the entire family.”

Parents should also remember that sleep is absolutely essential for children’s performance at school. Angie Ledford, a parent from Loganville, GA says, “My kids have a hard time remembering things and keeping up in school if they are tired. Sometimes without enough sleep they will even get headaches.”

(Source) Press

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With change comes theories being bent and that seems to be the case for the iPhone, at least for this app called the Sleep Better and Conquer Insomnia app. Gadgets and electronic devices are normally prohibited to be alongside people when bedtime comes. However, if they serve a purpose, then there are exceptions.

“With more than 74 percent of American adults experiencing sleeping problems, and some sleep disorders being serious enough to interfere with normal physical, mental, and emotional functioning, we wanted to make the best therapeutic program available to the masses,” says Mickey Beyer-Clausen, founder of Mental Workout. “This application is designed to be easily accessible, easy to use, and time sensitive.”

The Sleep Better and Conquer Insomnia app for the iPhone is now available for $19.99. Not a bad price to pay to help solve you sleeping problems.

This is not affiliated with Sleepzine.

(Source) Press

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So now it can be told. Insomnia has been known to prey on much of the popular celebrities and apparently there seems to be a connection between Insomnia and the King of Pop’s death. Michael Jackson had been distraught on Insomnia for the past months and requested a strong sedative despite warnings it would be harmful.

And for nurse Cherilyn Lee, she had already warned Jackson of the circumstances, much of which was ignored. The only question now is who was responsible for giving him the sedatives which was known as Diprivan.

Several months ago, Jackson had begun badgering Lee about Diprivan, also known as Propofol, Lee said. It is an intravenous anesthetic drug widely used in operating rooms to induce unconsciousness. It is generally given through an IV needle in the hand.

This is one of the angles seen on how Jackson died. From the looks of it and the background of Diprivan it does make sense. The question is, how did Jackson obtain it.

This is not affiliated with Sleepzine.

(Source) Sun Times

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There are no numbers to determine which people are truly affected by the hard times we are in but thanks to this study of Philips, we are now able to identify the people affected the most; managers. Apparently most workers are getting sleepless nights since they either have to deal with their personal security or make sure that they are doing their job right. And along that line plays the importance of being prepared, making sure that you can handily cover your work to avoid being tagged as lackadaisical in the workplace.

According to this survey:

• Americans are more likely than other nationalities to lose sleep through stress at work with 30 percent citing it as the reason they wake up during the night
• The average amount of time it takes Americans to fall asleep – at nearly 26 minutes – is more than any other country surveyed – and American men lead the world in snoring with 29 percent snoring every single night.
• 70 percent said that their work suffered because of lack of sleep
• The number one symptom of this lack of sleep was less patience, followed closely behind by less enthusiasm and concentration

“People lose sleep either because they cannot sleep (insomnia) or because they are not setting aside enough time for sleep – both of which can happen because of work-related stress in the current economic environment,” said Dr. David White, Chief Medical Officer for Philips Home Healthcare Solutions. ”People simply need to take sleep much more seriously.”

“Sleep is not optional – it is absolutely critical to people’s health,” continued Dr. White “The consequences of not sleeping enough are well documented. People who do not get enough sleep can gain weight, are prone to diabetes, high blood pressure and even heart attacks. We are facing a serious healthcare problem if we do not take sleep more seriously.”

Sleep is still essential for being productive. Sacrificing it may lead to a significant nosedive in performance and place your overall health in jeopardy as well.

This study is not affiliated with Sleepzine.

(Source) Press

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When you get a nasty headache, it is either you take an aspirin or some form of medication or sleep it out. But the problem of sleeping it out may lead to insomnia since sleeping at the unusual part of the day may leave you awake in the evenings.

Headache sufferers often treat their pain by taking naps to sleep it off, but they run the risk of developing insomnia by disrupting their normal sleep patterns and perpetuating the cycle of headaches, a new study shows.

“Going to sleep was one of the main things people tried to treat their headaches, and they rated it a very effective treatment,” said study author Jason C. Ong, an assistant professor of behavioral sciences at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. “It could be that people are taking naps or using sleep as a way to try to cope with pain, but that could actually lead to more sleep disturbance at night.”

(Source) US News

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For the people in St. Louis suffering from various sleep disorders, the opening of the new SSM Center for Sleep Disorders in St. Marys should be a welcome note. Sleep problems are growing in numbers and while not all regions have the luxury of easily accessing sleep specialists in their region, local folks in St. Louis can now expect help within their grasps.

The various sleep disorders today like daytime sleepiness, insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome and other sleep disorders are no laughing matter. They have become serious issues to which many people are finding hard to remedy. Sleep specialists are bound to change all that and from the looks of it, this new sleep center is bound to help a lot of people combat these sleep abnormalities.

Under the direction of Dr. Raman Malhotra, a neurologist, the center offers diagnosis and management of sleep disorders through clinical and laboratory evaluations of patients.

Sleep studies are conducted in private bedrooms in a controlled area where brain, heart, muscle and breathing activities are monitored.

(Source) St. Louis Business Journal

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the Bach Flower Essence Rescue ® Remedy or the new Bach Flower “hybrid” Essence, Rescue Sleep. Just a few drops or sprays from the bottle, every few minutes if needed, are all that is necessary for a quiet rest. Non-addictive, they do not interfere with any other medication.

You my have tried a lot of things associated with trying to improve your sleeping habits. Here is something that you can try out.

(Source) Examiner

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What makes a person become paranoid? While there are a lot of point leading to the reasons behind Paranoia, you can surely add insomnia to that list. Insomnia has been known to cause stress, anxiety and depression to people suffering from it, and if you look a bit closer, it is without question that these are present in people suffering from Paranoia as well.

We have been used to seeing one health issue related to another and if you expound the issue of Insomnia, Paranoia would have certainly the same symptoms as well.

“As most of us know, a few nights of poor sleep can make us feel stressed, muddled in our thinking, and disconnected from the world.

“These are ideal conditions for paranoid fears to take hold. Regular, good quality sleep is important to our psychological well -being.”

(Source) AFP

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Insomnia is normally inherited by thinking too much or wanting to get things done in a hurry. This would mean staying up late and on extended hours which could later on immune your body from the regular sleeping patterns.

With that said, the Scullcap may be a good solution to normalizing your human anatomy which include spasms, reduce fever, stimulate the kidneys, and also has cleansing effects. Try it out especially if you are seeing no progress with other sleep aid solutions.

Scullcap is a traditional Chinese herb that is used medicinally to treat many different health conditions. This includes hepatitis, cancer, epilepsy, and assorted infections. Scullcap contains flavonoids that make it so effective, yet researchers have not been able to determine exactly why or how skullcap is so beneficial.

(Source) Natural News

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How does this oral spray work?

Zolpimist is an oral spray that contains zolpidem tartrate, the same active ingredient found in the widely used prescription sleep aid Ambien. The substance is absorbed through the oral mucosa directly into systemic circulation. According to NovaDel, the most commonly observed side effects in clinical trials were headache, sleepiness and dizziness.

So if you are tired of the usual sleeping aids and pills, this can be a good alternative that will be worth trying out. You can get more information at their website here.

(Source) eFlux Media

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The Purple Stuff, a drink that is supposed to relax people and help them sleep better for those who suffer from insomnia and jetlag, can get a lot of reprieve with the consumption of one just one can. But the manner of advertising leaves a lot to be improved as it has been hit from using controversial terms and slogans nearing the lines of misleading consumers.

“Drank,” “purple stuff” and “lean” are street terms for the mixture of codeine syrup with soft drinks or alcohol, a concoction that is believed to have factored in the deaths of three local rap stars. “Sippin’ syrup” is believed to have originated in Houston, and it remains a common topic for Southern rappers.

(Source) Chron.com

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Seton Hall University researchers document the case of a 44-year-old woman who struggled with severe insomnia for years before she was prescribed the popular sleeping aid, zolpidem (also known by the brand name Ambien), in 2004.

Much of this has been said to be because of stress where people bring the office pressures to their sleep. It can happen and while we think we are in the real world, you may just find yourself wondering why you are getting tons of email replies when in fact you don’t recall sending out anything while you are awake. Add sleep-emailing to the list of new sleep disorders known today folks!

(Source) ABC News

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There are growing cases of insomnia and sleep disorders all throughout the world and apparently they are not solely because of anxiety but on their overall mood. At times we find ourselves restless and thinking a lot and if there is one thing that can help us sleep, it is to relax our minds and body.

We turn to spas and massage parlors but the power of traditional aromatherapy can really do wonders. Such is the focus of Scent to Sleep as it specializes in the production and distribution of premium aromatherapy essential oils sleeping mist.

“The sleep mist has ingredients such as lavender that promotes a calming feeling, so that you can fall asleep without the need of a prescription,” said Harris. “In this economy, you need an edge if you are to survive. Think how much more productive you could be if you had a deep, restorative nights sleep every single night.”

(Source) Eworldwire

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A lot of people in the world are addressing the problem of insomnia. However much of them attribute this to lifestyle but as far as scientific explanation, most attribute it to food consumption or psychological issues that affect us when we are thinking too much.

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), the most common inhibitory transmitter in the brain, has been identified as severely reduced in people suffering with primary insomnia. Primary insomnia is a manifestation of a neurobiological state of hyperarousal, which is present during both waking and sleep at physiological and cognitive levels.

So as far as insomnia is concerned, we can see that it is a lot more serious than just not being able to sleep. Much of our nervous system components are bound to be affected so it would be best to address it and see a sleep specialist to find some cures for it.

(Source) PsychCentral

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One thing about Insomnia is that your eyes are bound to be the receiving end. Often, you will see insomniacs having a hard time sleeping and with their bulging eye bags, the need to treat them and lessen the strain that they bring is a need.

Eyessuese helps remedy these eye issues. You have the choice of air pressure, heat, vibration or magnetic therapy, and the Eyesseuse lets you either manually control the session or let a scientifically preset massage go to work for you. You’ll feel more relaxed, more alert and more attractive.

Eyesseuse Eye Spa Features:

• Reduces eye fatigue, caused by extensive use of computers, long periods of driving, studying and reading.
• Helps people who suffer from Insomnia by allowing a deep state of relaxation that allows for a restful night’s sleep.
• Nourishes skin while operating.
• Utilizes Infared heating, Vibration, Air pressure massage, and magnetic therapy.
• The massaging portion reduces swollen or puffy eyes along with dark rings caused by poor blood circulation
• AC adapter and 4 AA batteries included.

Price: $79.99

(Source) EParty Unlimited

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Other than getting the right education, most students have to deal with sleep deprivation sooner or later to keep up with the strains of fulfilling requirements for school. We see today that teenagers no longer have the luxury of taking their time before they study and hit the sack. These days, they have to be fully aware that untimely insertion of extra-curricular activities is like taking the place of sleep time.

This is not to condone their acts. But the fact of the matter is even the standard student has to sacrifice sleep for his studies. Factors? Well the school time is one. They are expected to go to classes early and leave late. Add the need to review some lessons and you will find that they will need to stay up late to ensure they complete their assignments and reports. Sleep? It can come later and that is where sleep deprivation and insomnia set in.

(Source) Natural News

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Rest assured, they will not be easy. The element of time and of course body response to it will be important as well. Considering that we must first adhere towards mental and bodily reactions, treating insomnia can be done naturally.

Here are some natural Insomnia cures as reported by NECN:

1. Avoid High Calories
2. No Water after 3 PM
3. Passion Flower
4. Natural Calm

Don’t understand them? Watch the video for a more detailed explanation.

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Food supplements are commonly seen these days to aid health and apparently they are helping stress out the unwanted toxins and outside forces that have long been responsible for making our lives miserable. But while they are artificial additives that can help us live better, they too have a role that can help us treat insomnia and sleep disorder problems, much of which has been growing in numbers today.

Among the proper recourse to be done to sleep better aside from the controversial sleeping pills include:

1. Meditation
2. Supplements
3. Acupuncture
4. Relaxation
5. Exercise

Things to remember:

(Source) Red Orbit

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Here is a good alternative to people who want to shy away from the usual sleeping pills to get a good sleep. Acupressure boasts of a biomedical device called the Dreamkeeper 400 that relies largely on acupressure techniques, stimulating the median nerves on the inside of the wrist through electrostatic pulses and adjustable vibration.

So for all the sleep deprived and insomnia-riddled people out there, this may be the solution that you have long been looking for. A better alternative than the risky sleeping pills such as Ambien.

The DreamKeeper 400 isn’t the first device to merge technology and acupressure points, however. The digital Aculife Magnetic Wave Therapist claims to bridge ancient Chinese medicine with modern technology by digitally locating your so-called acupoints so you can apply a “small amount of electricity” accordingly.

(Source) CNet News

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Sleep has to be one of the prime problems that most people are facing today and while many see therapists or even turn to the sleeping pills that induce sleep, natural ways have been found to be always safer and smarter. Apparently this is one reason why ScentToSleep has slowly come into its own, offering aroma therapy through scents like lavender to help in aiding people suffering from sleep deprivation and insomnia issues.

ScentToSleep.com is filling a niche in the sleep industry. Worldwide, many adults are experiencing a sleeping problem one or more nights a week. Nationwide, an estimated 50 to 70 million people suffer from sleep loss and insomnia. Sleep mist is an alternative to prescription drugs. Lavender essential oils produce a calming effect, so that you wake up refreshed and energized.

So for all the people out there who are suffering from sleep deficiencies, chances are you may find your solution here. Check them out.

(Source) Market Watch

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Sleep Deprived Medical Interns

While most of the world may be seeking treatment for their various sleep issues, the growing number of patients may soon include interns who look after these medical seeking individuals. Just like the patients diagnosed with various sleeping irregularities like sleep apnea and insomnia, if the proper volume of patients to be handled is not normalized, chances are these medical interns may also need sleep solutions similar to this post two months ago for doctors.

The relationship is quite similar. People cure people but in the process, while most of them want to help as many people as they can, it still remains that they have to consider the fact that these interns have to look after themselves as well.

Interns were on-call for about 30 hours, getting an average of 2.8 hours of sleep. Early in the academic year, every patient admitted while they were on-call reduced their sleep by an average of about 10 min and increased shift duration by about 13 min. Being on-call at night and early in the academic year was linked with the most sleep deprivation and longest work hours. The higher the number of previously admitted patients in the interns’ care during a shift, the less likely they were to participate in educational activities.

(Source) Insider Medicine

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At times during your sleep, sudden movements caused by muscles can cause you to get up and stay awake. Leg movement may occur at times, normally even without our knowledge. Muscle reactions or perhaps even low in some nutrients such as iron are causes which may eventually become factors in depriving you of your sleep mainly because they are bound to bother you as far as restful slumber is concerned.

Hence it is not surprising why PLMS is associated with Insomnia. But it would be likewise worthy to note that African-American suffer from this less mainly because of their higher iron stores and a good explanation to racial differences between other races.

Should you be among the people who are suffering from such, it would be wise to get yourself checked for assistance. Do not take such events for granted and wait for it to worsen into something graver than insomnia that may lead to dilapidating health in the long run.

According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, PLMS involves uncontrollable, repetitive muscle movements such as extending the big toe or bending the ankle. These frequent movements occur in one or both legs during sleep and often result in brief arousals, and in some cases, full awakenings from sleep.

The AASM also reports that low brain iron may play a role in worsening PLMS. According to the authors, studies demonstrate higher iron stores in African-Americans, providing a possible explanation for the racial differences found in the study. The results also are consistent with previous findings of racial differences for PLMS in children as young as five to seven years of age, suggesting that the racial differences found in adults may be present from an early age and pointing to potential genetic factors.

(Source) Science Daily

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Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can be the answer to sleep deprivation. After recent studies conducted at Medical Research Council (MRC) general Practice Research Framework in London, it was found that HRT can be a potential answer to all sleep-related problems that is becoming a concern these days.

“Benefits of HRT justify a rethink” is the headline in The Times. A recent study of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has shown that women “showed significantly fewer hot flushes, night sweats, aching joints and muscles, insomnia and vaginal dryness than those given a placebo”, the newspaper says. The researchers suggest that current guideline advice based on other research showing that HRT could increase the risk of serious diseases including breast cancer, coronary heart disease and blood clots in selected women should be “revisited”.

(Source) NHS Choices

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