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Lack of SleepThis article is about the effects of sleep deprivation and my concern for an aging loved one.- Can Lack of Sleep Really Hurt Me?Some people brag that they only need three or four hours of sleep a night. Can this really be enough to prevent the health problems lack of sleep causes?
Lack of Sleep and Obesity in Children Share a Common LinkHow is it that if your child doesn't get enough sleep, he/she may be at risk for weight issues?- Sleep is for the Weak: Far from the TruthNot everyone gets eight hours a night of sleep, but without it, your body cannot run at its optimum level. If you think sleep is for the weak, think again.
- Nursing and Lack of SleepA career in nursing can have many benefits, but the long hours can be stressful.
Lack of Sleep Correlates to Obesity in ChildrenHappy meals and video games aren't the only monsters in the closet. Late or inconsistent bedtimes are also leading to childhood obesity.- Why We Sleep and What Can Happen When We Don'tThe need for sleep may not be fully understood but you do need an adequate amount of sleep in order to maintain your mental and physical health.
- Lack of Sleep Can Lead to an Increased Risk of Heart Attack and StrokeOne of the first studies of long term insomnia and risk of heart attck and stroke shows that the less sleep you get, the higher the risk.
- Five Short Term Effects of Lack of SleepOutlines five short term effects that lack of sleep can lead to.
- To What Extent is Sleep an Inhibiting Factor in Effective Education of Teenagers Between the Ages of 13 and 18?This short essay is a much reduced piece for a college-level paper written by myself. It explores the impacts of modern sleep patterns (particularly attributed to modern education requirements on teenagers) on brain health and functionality.
- Tips for Dealing with a Lack of Sleep and HomeschoolingThere are millions of moms who have to deal with not getting an efficient amount of sleep, on an almost daily basis.
Sleep Disorders Linked to Obesity, Hypertension and Other Health ConcernsAccording to the Centers for Disease Control, more than seventy million Americans suffer from some type of sleep deprivation. No longer considered a luxury, sleep is necessary for good health.- The Real Deal on Sleep LossLiving life full throttle with little sleep might seem impressive when you're 20, but in the long run this type of lifestyle does more harm than good.
- Does Lack of Sleep Increase the Risk of Catching a Cold?No one wants to deal with a bad cold - but most people end up getting several a year. Does sleeping too little increase your risk of getting a cold?
Dangers of Lack of Sleep; Why it is Important to Deal with InsomniaMost of us have to deal with insomnia now and again. This is something we need sort out quickly because of the dangers of lack of sleep.- Why You Need Quality SleepAt some point of time, people can find themselves sleep-deprived. It can become an unhealthy habit that can be fatal in time. Know why you should get some quality sleep.
The Importance of Sleep and the Effects of Lack of SleepMost Americans do not get enough sleep. The national average is less then 7 hours a night during the week and just a half hour more then that on the weekends. 20 percent of Americans get less then 6 hours of sleep every night.
How Much Sleep Do We Really Need?How much sleep do you need? The answer used to be 8 hours but studies are beginning to show this is not the case.- Lack of Sleep Can Lead to ObesityObesity can be caused by a number of things including lack of sleep, genes, hormones, and even air conditioning.
Lack of Sleep Can Cause Weight GainLack of sleep is a triple hit. We feel tired, we overeat and our body doesn't burn the fat stores we have.- How the Human Brain Operates While We Are AsleepAll humans sleep, and it is necessary for everyone to receive an adequate amount of sleep each night. Lack of sleep affects your overall health and mental status and can cause disturbances within your life.
- Can Obesity and Lack of Sleep Be Linked?We have all experienced the effects that lack of sleep can have on the body. We feel groggy, fatigued, have trouble concentrating, and are often irritable. But did you know that lack of sleep could actually be linked obesity?
- Lack of Sleep Makes Children ObeseThe November Journal of Pediatrics has published an article citing research results from a study done at the University of Michigan C. S. Mott Children's Hospital.
- Sleep Stages Are Important for Thought Process'Sleep stages help us to sort and categorize, and later retrieve our thoughts and daily sensory data.
Lack of Sleep Can Be Deadly, Study ProvesAccording to a new study, lack of sleep can be deadly. Not only does it increase mortality, but a lack of sleep appears to increase the risk of heart disease and cardiovascular death dramatically.- New Baby - How I Fought for SleepMy description how I'm getting sleep for myself and my new baby after months of sleep deprivation.
Ten Tips for Better SleepAdequate sleep is important for a feeling of well-being and for general good health.- Study: A Lack of Sleep Can Put Stress on Heart and Can Be FatalNext time you say "you can sleep when you're dead," you might want to rethink your statement, because a study by the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine found that a lack of sleep can actually, well... kill.
Lack of Sleep and Its Effects on ChildrenSleep deprivation in children can increase their risk of participating in anti-social behaviors such as smoking and drinking as well as poor grades according to research that is being presented at the 2007 Associated Professional Sleep Societies meeting.
Lack of Sleep Can Cause Bad Moral DecisionsIn a new report studying the affects lack of sleep has on people it has been discovered that sleep deprivation may cause us to make bad moral decisions.
Children's Weight Gain May Be Due to Lack of SleepHow lack of sleep can effect a child and their weight.
Patients Beware: Your Doctor May Be Suffering from Lack of SleepA study has been conducted that shows residents that work extended hours cause more errors are work, and some have even led to patients' death.- Is Your Child Suffering from Lack of Sleep?When you think of lack of sleep, you usually think of a frazzled parent. But children can have sleep problems, too. This can lead to problems in school.
- Waking Up Beside HerThis is yet another sad love story that will surely move you to tears.
- How to Prevent HeadachesWith all of the things in life to worry about, headaches shouldn't be one of them. Find out what you can do to stop this nuisance before it even starts.
- On Making a FamilyI didn’t swaddle my dolls, play daycare or babysit. My game was reporter. My plan was travel. Get married, have babies, stay home? No thanks!
- Overcoming the Stress of the HolidaysGuidelines for better living and staying in good health. Advice from a real doctor!
- First Person: How Losing Sleep Costs MeLosing sleep took its toll on my health as well as my finances. How being sleep deprived cost me money.
- Beauty Sleep…Myth or Must?Like most women, I usually wake up tired. The kind of tired that makes you want to crawl back in bed and sleep for 24 straight hours. So, for the sake of the bags under my eyes and my not-so-perfect skin, I decided to investigate...
Sleep as a Parent: Why You Need it and How to Get More of ItYou may not be getting enough sleep as you want as a parent, but did you know you need more sleep? This is why, as well as some advice on how to get more sleep.
