Ever wondered how snoring affects kids? It turns out, mild sleep-disordered breathing (mSDB) can cause real problems. Research shows it's linked to both behavior issues and a lower quality of life (QOL). But there's more to explore. How do symptoms and daily life impact a child's ability to think an
Smartphones have become a part of our daily lives, bringing convenience and connection. But, with great power comes great responsibility. Researchers are worried about the dark side of smartphones - problematic smartphone use (PSU). This issue isn't just about kids; adults are also feeling the strai
AutoSleep is a top-rated sleep tracker app for Apple Watch users who want detailed insights into their sleep quality. The app runs in the background while you sleep, tracking your heart rate, motion, and sleep duration without needing any manual input. It categorizes your sleep into light, deep, and
Working in healthcare can be tough. Nurses face many stressors on the job that can lead to psychological distress and sleep problems. In fact, these issues can get so bad that some nurses end up leaving the profession altogether. So, it's really important to figure out what in the work environment m
Did you know that doing simple exercises can greatly enhance how well you sleep? In Ghana, researchers looked into how regular physical activity affects sleep quality in adults who are 50 years or older. They found that exercise can improve sleep, but a few things like pain, feeling lonely, or feeli
Sleep apnea in kids is a serious issue, but not all families can easily visit a specialized sleep lab. A recent study looked into whether a simple home test using a portable oximeter could accurately diagnose obstructive sleep apnea in children, including those with other health issues. Instead of c
What happens when you try to fix snoring and breathing problems during sleep with surgery? This study takes a long look at what surgeons did to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in the United States from 2004 to 2020. They dived into a big healthcare database to see how many surgeries were done an
You might not think it, but how much you're up and about during the day can really affect how you feel if you have schizophrenia. A study followed 32 people with this condition, using watches to keep tabs on their activity and mood. Guess what? When they moved around more, they felt happier and bett
Ever wondered how your sleep habits affect your bones? A recent study looked into this very topic. Researchers checked out a bunch of studies to see if sleeping too little or too much has any connection to bone health issues like low bone density or osteoporosis. They explored databases like PUBMED,
Sleep is crucial for our health and happiness. It boosts our energy, helps us focus, and improves our overall life quality. Recent studies reveal that what we eat plays a big role in how well we sleep. Our diet affects the level of inflammation in our body, which is measured by something called the
