Sleep gives the body a chance to rest, to renew itself and strengthens the immune and nervous systems
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Good sleep largely controls how you feel and how energetic you are. Sleep affects both mental and physical health. Sleep gives the body a chance to rest and rejuvenate, which strengthens its immune and nervous systems. At the same time,…
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Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder resulting in excessive sleepiness and, in the worst cases, cataplexy. The symptoms differ between individuals but include sleep hallucinations, sleep paralysis, and disturbed sleep. People with narcolepsy are often unable to sleep or stay awake…
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Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder, defined as the inability to get enough sleep, even though the opportunity is there. The symptoms vary between individuals and can include trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or a tendency to wake up…
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Children’s sleep apnea can affect their health It is estimated that 1-5% of Icelandic children suffer from sleep apnea and even more from severe snoring that needs to be examined with regard to the effects on the child’s health. “We…
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This content was created by the National Sleep Foundation For teenagers, sleep plays a critical role in staying healthy, feeling happy, maintaining good grades, and doing well in sports. But sleep doesn’t come easily for some teens. For those who…
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American Academy of Sleep Medicine
AASM is leading in sleep research in the United States
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National sleep foundation
Useful articles and information regarding sleep and sleep disorders
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Information on sleep research and sleep medicine in Europe
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Sleep education
Useful information regarding sleep and sleep disorders
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