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“Mirth,” a Surprising Narcolepsy Drug Side Effect in One Case
Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that typically presents with extreme daytime sleepiness and oftentimes signs of REM dissociation. The technical term is “cataplexy”
Can Melatonin Help with Circadian Rhythm Disorder?
Sales for melatonin exploded during the pandemic and remain high today. We often think of melatonin as a means for helping with insomnia, but
Sleep Apnea in Kids with Down Syndrome
Many children with Down Syndrome struggle with sleep apnea, and today there are new methods for diagnosing and treating these young patients. One
Study Shows Night Owls Have Higher Risk of Early Death
Night owls—those who go to bed later and wake up later—are technically a kind of “chronotype.” A recent study revealed that this chronotype is
What Exactly is “CPAP Intolerance?”
CPAP has long been the gold standard in treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is one of the main reasons many patients
What Might Really be Causing Bad Sleep from Job Stress
If you have a high-stress job and sleep troubles, the cause might be obvious. However, according to a new study, the actual cause of
Epilepsy and Sleep: A Complicated, Bi-directional Relationship
Epilepsy and sleep have a complicated, bi-directional relationship. Headaches are also intricately tied to these conditions, and at The Insomnia and Sleep Institute
Black Patients Face Disparity in Sleep Apnea Testing
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common type of sleep apnea, affecting millions of adults around the world. It is also one
