Category: Sleep Disorders
The Good Therapy Blog
January 10th, 2012 |
Everyone seems to be talking about the Bs lately. Specifically, B12 and folic acid (or folate) are making headlines for their roles in mental health and illness. Both of these vitamins play an essential part in a number of key bodily processes.
Symptoms of a Deficiency
A deficiency in B12 or folate may take months or years to become evident, and may lead to symptoms such as fatigue, muscle weakness, diarrhea, difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, sleeplessness, irritability, and mood swings. In more severe cases, deficiency can result in seizures, dementia, or parathesia (burning, prickling,... Read More
November 29th, 2011 |
Sleep disruption caused by obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects nearly 5% of people throughout the world and upwards of 15% of Americans. OSA is characterized by respiratory interruptions that cause a person to wake from sleep in order to begin breathing again. Medically, these conditions are referred to as hypoxia and sleep fragmentation. “Daytime sleepiness and hypoxia of the brain are associated with cognitive deficits, such as impaired working memory, attention, and psychomotor problems,” said Sara Olsen of the Psychology... Read More
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November 22nd, 2011 |
Chronic sleep problems are common, but can have serious mental and physical consequences. “Sleep deprivation at its worst is literally torturous; even mild chronic sleep deprivation changes brain chemistry and physiology, leading to deterioration of cognition, memory, and mood,” said Dolores T. Puterbaugh, a licensed marriage and family therapist and author of a recent article emphasizing the therapist’s role in helping a client overcome sleep problems. Puterbaugh believes that many of the techniques being used for various mental health... Read More
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October 10th, 2011 |
Sleep problems are prevalent, and can take a significant toll on well being. Thus, this month’s article focuses on mind-body approaches to address occasional and chronic insomnia. Last month, I wrote about the most common herbal and nutritional supplements for insomnia. Mind-body approaches are especially important tools for treating sleep problems because they are considered safe, have demonstrated evidence of benefit, and do not interfere with other treatments such as medications.
The Many Faces of Insomnia
Although we tend to use the term ‘insomnia’ to describe any problems associated... Read More
September 15th, 2011 |
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Researchers at the Stanford Prevention Research Center recently conducted a study that revealed older adults with sleep disturbances benefit from moderate regular physical activity. Matthew P. Buman, of the Stanford University School of Medicine, led the 12 month study involving adults who complained of chronic sleep disturbances. The 66 participants, all over age 55, were considered physically underactive and were assessed for sleep patterns and depressive symptoms. Half of the participants were given an exercise plan that included two... Read More
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August 30th, 2011 |
Insomnia is among the most common complaints that people bring to healthcare providers. Approximately 20% of adults will experience insomnia in a given year. Of these, a small percentage will use one or more CAM treatments in an effort to get some shuteye. Women are more likely to experience insomnia than men; however, men still represent about 40% of those who have significant sleep problems. Additionally, insomnia becomes more common as we age; over time, it is more likely to coincide with other health problems. People who suffer from depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia often have difficulty... Read More
July 5th, 2011 |
In two separate studies, the prevalence of media and its direct impact on society’s youth was examined. The first study looked at how internet usage affects college students and increases their likelihood to develop depression. Dr. Dimitri A. Christakis, MD, MPH, of the Seattle Children’s Research Institute,... Read More
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June 17th, 2011 |
Experts recommend that adults get between seven and eight hours of sleep each night in order to maintain mental acuity and a well-rested physical presence throughout the day. But new research underscores the importance of this information, by demonstrating how varying from those recommendations can negatively impact mental health. The findings show that people who slept between six and nine hours each night reported fewer symptoms of depression and a better... Read More
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June 17th, 2011 |
According to new research, people who suffer with insomnia may experience a reduction in suicidal ideation when they undergo cognitive-behavioral therapy. The research involved 303 people with insomnia and revealed that over one-fifth of them had experienced suicidal thoughts within the previous two weeks. The results revealed that implementing CBT greatly reduced their suicidal ideation. The researchers report that insomnia, and other sleep disorders,... Read More
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June 7th, 2011 |
A new study examines the relationship between aggressive behavior in children and sleep problems. According to research from the University of Michigan Medical School, children who exhibit conduct and aggressive behavior problems at school are also more often the ones falling asleep in class. The researchers examined elementary schools and focused on children who had previously been disciplined for behavioral issues or bullying, and discovered that... Read More
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May 6th, 2011 |
“Don’t talk to me until I’ve had my coffee!” Is this your morning mantra? Do you find yourself feeling tired, even after a night’s sleep? Sleep is a major, often invisible factor, in how we feel about ourselves and relate to others. You find yourself online, texting, reading or watching T.V. until the wee hours. This may be an attempt to feel more connected or to relax after your day. You might tell yourself it will be different tonight, tonight you’ll get to sleep early. In this fast paced culture, we try to fit in as much as possible at night, making it hard settle down when bedtime... Read More
April 14th, 2011 |
Researchers at the University of Maryland discovered a link between seasonal allergies and depression. Allergies can cause a host of symptoms, including sleeplessness, which lower a person’s feeling of wellbeing. In addition, allergies are known to cause the release of cytokines, which may be responsible for lowering the release of serotonin, a hormone that creates a feeling of wellbeing. In addition, many allergy medications have been proven to increase anxiety... Read More
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March 15th, 2011 |
For many people, losing an hour of sleep creates a minor inconvenience. Others actually enjoy the idea of having an additional hour of sunlight every day. But for some, the sudden shift in time can create severe mood swings and result in decreased productivity and even depression. Dr. Phil Gehrman, clinical director of the University of Pennsylvania’s Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program, said in a recent article,... Read More
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February 24th, 2011 |
As obesity rates continue to grow among children, adolescents, and adults, health care workers are exploring the full range of life experience that comes with obesity. It’s not difficult to imagine that obesity and depression may be related: physical well-being influences mood and physical appearance influences both self-esteem and social acceptance. But Christine Calamro, PhD, CRNP from the University of Maryland’s School of Nursing has found another interesting connection in a recent study. She found that children who lack enough sleep are more likely to be obese than, say, those who... Read More
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