We sleep. We spend a third of our lives doing it, but it’s still a mystery. Why do we sleep? Why do we dream? Why is sleep architecture so complicated, with different stages and physical changes? And if the need for downtime is so innate and deeply driven, why do we suffer from insomnia? Despite the […]
How to sleep better without medications
Want to get some shut-eye at night, wake up refreshed in the mornings, and feel awake during the day? Good sleep habits to the rescue! Sleep habits, or as doctors call them, “sleep hygiene tips,” can help you rest at night so you feel awake during the day. Sleep hygiene is a non-medication how-to […]
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I sleep too much
Dear Doc Column 1-23-18. Dear Doc, they talk about insomnia all the time, but I have the opposite problem: I sleep too much. I need 14 hours a night minimum just to function during the day, and even then I end up taking at least two naps/day. What’s wrong with me? Sounds like you’re struggling […]
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I wanna sleep more and other sleep problems
Up to 30% of the general population suffers from problems with sleep, also called insomnia. There are different types of insomnia. Some people have problems falling asleep; others fall asleep without a problem but have problems staying asleep. Still, others wake up very early and don’t get enough rest for the night. What is good […]
