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If Only I could sleep! Sleep deprivation is something that occurs when you do not get enough sleep. Sleeping is one of the basic needs we have as humans along with eating and drinking. Sleeping is an essential part of good health throughout your life. The amount of sleep needed varies from person to person most adults on average are said to need at least seven hours of sleep in order to feel well rested and function properly throughout their day. Side effects of sleep deprivation Sleep…

is inactive and the muscles are relaxed. Why do we sleep when we do? Humans tend to sleep 5-8 hours every night, and to do so in a pattern tied to the 24-hour light-darkness cycle. This cycle is called a circadian rhythm which means ‘about a day’. It is a naturally occurring body rhythm that occurs in a 24-hour cycle. Sleep is not the only cycle that is considered to be circadian however. There are other cycles like attentiveness, eating, body temperature and blood…

must be reduced. To begin with, too much homework disturbs the life balance of the child. On the website “New Kids-Center” they say that, “Children who have too much homework will not be able to balance their life, which could impact their circadian rhythm,” ("Negative Effects of Too Much Homework."). This means that it will affect…

Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a condition where respiration stops for an extended period of time during sleep. This is generally caused by excessive relaxation of the soft tissues of the oropharynx and muscles of facial expression and mastication obstructing the airway. It has been theorized that the potentially life threatening Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS), directly and indirectly influences Periodontal disease. Literature Review Signs and symptoms of OSAS consist of snoring, abrupt…

Without pillows, what would support our heads as we sleep? Cradling a head, the most tired, heaviest like a boulder head, protecting the fears, the most intense, weakest like a fraile twig fears, and holding the dreams, the most private, closest like a best friend dreams, a pillow is safety. Safety at the most vulnerable state, curled up, tightly wound in a fuzzy blanket that radiates heat to our cold bodies, the soft, feather-light pillow supports the head and neck. Slowly, as tired, drooping…

Sleep has been the subject of many myths. We hear about these myths from parents and friends, and some are irresponsibly spread through social media. Although it’s fun and highly entertaining to learn more about these myths, it can misleading and dangerous. There are some individuals out there who see these myths are real, thus they eventually learn to follow these to the detriment of their health. Here are some of the popular myths about sleep, and and explanation and clarification that can…

Sleep Apnea: Top Tips to Prevent Bad Sleep (I.E., Loud Snoring) Sleep apnea is a symptom that top tips help you to avoid. According to sources (if left untreated), risks of high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes, and detrimental heart problems are increased when sleep apnea remains untreated. In fact, this type of breathing increases the risk of near-fatal accidents at, due to a sudden lack of attention. Unfortunately, it is a difficult task to find out if you actually have sleep apnea; the…

In terms of mental health, XX reported a family history positive for anxiety (father), and depression (mother). There is not a family history of alcohol or drug abuse. XX did not report any other significant life traumas or deaths, and XX has had no previous involvement with mental health services. Physical Functioning and Health According to XX, he met all developmental milestones (walking, talking, toilet training), on time. Following the accident, XX was diagnosed with a mild traumatic…

In the BBC news article by Zoe Kleinman “Are we Addicted to technology”. The author argues more or less that is society so addicted to technology in other words is “tech Addiction” a new mental process. Kleinman uses irony to explain that “the thing of my patience have in common is the fact that they are in front of screens all the time.Even when they try to sleep at night. It has become so perversive”.Dr.Ramlakhan. Kleinman states “they go to bed but can't go to sleep.or fall asleep…

According to CDC's report, 75% of public schools start earlier than 8:30 in the morning in more than 40 states. Schools pay a big part in a student's schedules, by starting later students will be more awake and alert, better health, and get into fewer accidents. Professor Carskadon of psychiatry and human behavior said “Everyone learns better when they’re awake”. On average a teen needs about 8-9 hours of sleep each night, however, most students get around 7 hours each night. When a student…