Everyone feels a little down sometimes and temporary spans of sadness are common in times of failure or personal loss. Depression, however, is defined as an ongoing state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect a person’s thoughts, behaviours, feelings and physical well-being. The Public Health Agency of Canada estimates that 4.8%
With the holidays just around the corner, ‘tis the season for shopping, decorating, baking, and late-night parties. The reality is that these festive add-ons to your daily routine often take priority over getting a good night’s sleep. Why not give yourself the gift of sleep this holiday season? Sleeping well will help you to feel
Cold temperatures and unpredictable weather mean that it’s time to protect yourself against common winter illnesses such as colds and the flu. Research has shown that a lack of sleep makes us more prone to developing these types of illnesses. According to Diwakar Balachandran, MD, director of the Sleep Center at the University of Texas
Since the economic downturn of 2008, money worries have been taking a toll on the sleep patterns of many individuals. In fact, over 50% of people who come into sleep clinics complaining of insomnia indicate that financial worries are a contributing cause. While we cannot control an erratic economy, we can control our response to
Do you have trouble falling asleep, or staying asleep? You’re not alone. A recent study by Laval University, published in the Canadian Journal of Psychiatry,found that 40 percent of Canadians are affected by sleep disorders including insomnia and sleep apnea. People who suffer from insomnia experience the following symptoms: Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
The relationship between obesity and obstructive sleep apnea is well-documented, and the impact on children is no exception. Over the past 10 years, the medical community has seen a growing number of children suffering from sleep disorders, and in many childhood sleep apnea cases, the disorder is tied to being overweight or obese. Average and
No matter how often experts remind us about the dangers of sleep deprivation, many of us continue to make sleep a low priority. Little do many people realize that failing to get enough sleep impairs energy, mood, cognitive performance, and overall health. A study published in the journal SLEEP found that the cost of sleep
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder characterized by episodes of airway obstruction during sleep which cause one to temporarily stop breathing. A common sleep disorder, it has been linked to several health problems including obesity, diabetes and high-blood pressure. Recent studies have also provided good evidence that sleep apnea is linked to strokes.
Have you ever noticed that you suddenly have a large appetite after a poor night’s sleep? Well, there is scientific evidence demonstrating that a lack of sleep is tied to an increase in hunger. While the occasional poor night’s sleep may not have a large impact on our health, ongoing sleep deprivation increases ones risk