Affecting more than 18 percent of all adults, anxiety disorders are one of the most common classes of mental disorders worldwide. Unfortunately, they are incredibly expensive as well as common, costing an estimated total of $42 billion in the United States alone. Although we are learning more and more about how to manage these illnesses, we […]
Not Getting Enough Deep Sleep Linked to Alzheimer’s
Most modern people are familiar with the cognitive and psychological effects of insomnia. When you have not had enough sleep, you simply do not perform as well. People who have not had enough sleep — particularly restorative deep sleep — do worse on tests, have trouble remembering even basic information and can suffer from more […]
Circadian Disruption: How Tampering With Our Body Clocks Sets the Stage for Disease
Modern life offers plenty of challenges to getting a good night’s sleep. Our world is constantly lit up with artificial lights, while smartphones and other screens beckon. Many of us take trips to faraway places for work and play, causing a form of circadian disruption known as jet lag. It has long been known that […]
Holiday Blues or Seasonal Affective Disorder: How to Tell the Difference
The holidays are supposed to be a time of merriness and good cheer. But for many people, the holidays usher in feelings of stress, anxiety and even depression. Because the holiday season overlaps the darker, gloomier fall and winter months, if you’re feeling down, it can be tough to tell whether you simply have a […]
Discovered: New Link Between Circadian Rhythm and Aggression
Dementia is one of the most common diseases in the world, with one out of three people suffering from some form of it before they die. In addition to the loss of cognitive abilities and memory, people with dementia often suffer from mood swings and changes in behavior. One common behavioral change seen in people with […]
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