New research has found that the risk of death from cardiovascular disease is multiplied in people who suffer from both hypertension (high blood pressure) and insomnia. And when stress, particularly work-related tension, is involved, this risk soars to three times the normal rate. The discovery that stress accompanied by insomnia boosts the risk of death […]
3 Most Popular Sleep Myths Debunked
Are you falling prey to the three most common sleep myths? If so, following a few helpful tips can help you get the quality sleep your body needs. Sleep Myth #1: It’s OK to Get Less Than Seven Hours of Sleep The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently conducted a survey and found […]
Confirmed: Shift Work Can Be Devastating to Nurses’ Health
New research into the effects of working during the night has found that shift work harms nurses in a number of ways, affecting not only their own well-being but also their ability to care for their patients. Night Shift Work Harms Nurses By Inhibiting the Circadian Rhythm Researchers at the University of Alabama conducted a […]
Lack of Sleep Leads to Negativity, Changes in Emotional Behavior
Not getting enough sleep can be harmful in a number of ways. Past studies on sleep and emotional health have likened sleep deprivation to intoxication, based on the way lack of sleep alters your perception of reality. Additionally, sleep deprivation inhibits your ability to react, especially in exigent circumstances, which is why drivers are cautioned […]
New Research Examines Lack of Sleep and Depression in Teens
For many people, the teen years are a time of late nights and early mornings. Teens are often just beginning to experience full social lives, including evening activities that keep them up well after bedtime. Homework, part-time jobs and other obligations also can dip into the hours needed for rest. At the same time, high […]
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