Most people who have ever pulled an all-nighter are familiar with this feeling of “exhaustion and overexcitement.” Although the body is extremely tired, the brain feels euphoric, dazed, and almost dizzy. Neurobiologists at Northwestern University were the first to discover what causes this “punch-drunk” effect. In a study, the researchers induced mild, acute sleep deprivation […]
Study Shows that Untreated Sleep Apnea Doubles the Risk of Parkinson’s Disease
New findings suggest that people who do not seek treatment for obstructive sleep apnea have a higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. The use of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) can reduce this risk by improving sleep quality and maintaining a constant airflow throughout the night. The study was published in JAMA Neurology and analyzed […]
Alzheimer’s Could be Triggered by a Disturbed Sleep-Wake Cycle
Alzheimer’s disease often disrupts a person’s daily habits. Sleep disturbances, restless tossing and turning, and frequent daytime naps are common early warning signs. In later stages, patients often suffer from “sundowning,” a period of increased confusion and restlessness that tends to occur in the evening. These patterns suggest a close link between the progression of […]
Eating During the Day can be Good for Mental Health
Can food combat bad moods? A new study provides further evidence that mealtimes can influence mental health, including the extent of mood swings caused by depression and anxiety. Timing of Food Intake could be Crucial in Reducing Mood Swings Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham health system, […]
Hidden Bacterial Molecules in the Brain Reveal New Secrets of Sleep
What causes us to fall asleep? The answer may lie not only in our brains, but also in their complex interaction with the microorganisms that live in our intestines. New research from Washington State University suggests a new paradigm for understanding sleep, showing that a substance found in the mesh-like walls of bacteria, known as […]
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