The use of sleeping pills has been a taboo in our society today. This is because of the common belief that sleeping pills are addictive and dangerous. However, contrary to the belief,…
Category: Circadian Rhythm Disorders
Chronotherapy for Treatment of Circadian Rhythm Disorders
Chronotherapy is a method of dealing with disruptions in the circadian rhythm. The circadian rhythm of the body is the 24-hour cycle that regulates the natural activities such as appetite, mood, energy,…
Irregular Menstrual Cycle and Premenstrual Syndrome Caused By Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome
A research abstract have shown that women who have delayed sleep phase syndrome, more often than not, report having irregular menstrual cycles together with premenstrual symptoms. Research on Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome…
Sleep Problems in Teenagers | Circadian Rhythm of Teenagers
Parents usually nag their teenagers about going to sleep early, and when morning comes, teenagers seem to be difficult to wake up. But we should all be aware that these teenagers do…
Jet Lag Introduction
The body has a 24 hour sleep and wake cycle which is partly regulated by light and dark. If you travel quickly across time zones, your body gets confused about when to…
Shift Work Sleep Disorder
People who do shift work or who have irregular work hours often work when their body tells them to sleep. Like many bodily functions, sleep follows a daily pattern. When this pattern…
Treatment of Sleep Phase Disorders
Good sleep hygiene is the first step in the treatment of sleep phase disorders. This involves having a regular bed-time, regular get-up time and not reading or watching television in bed. The…
VIDEO – Dr. Durmer on Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome
Another good video on DSPS with explanation from a doctor
Light Therapy Lamp | Uplift Technologies DL930 Day-Light 10,000 Lux SAD Lamp REVIEW
In this article I will be reviewing the Uplift Technologies DL930 Day-Light 10,000 lux light therapy lamp, after providing the positives and negatives of this lamp I will also provide two alternatives.
VIDEO – Sleep Disorders – Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome
A nice video I saw on youtube about Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome
Bright Light Therapy Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome
All living things have a biological clock that is influenced by the cycle of light and darkness (day and night). In humans, the light enters the retina of the eyes and stimulates…
Advanced Sleep Phase Syndrome (ASPS)
“Larks” Major sleep episode is advanced in relation to the desired clock time, resulting in early evening sleepiness, early sleep onset, and awakening earlier than desired. Intervening sleep pattern is normal and…
Light Therapy Lamp | Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device REVIEW
In this article I will review the Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device, discuss its features, pros and cons. In the end I will also provide two equally good alternative light therapy…
Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Syndrome
Chronic steady pattern comprising 1 to 2-hour daily delays in sleep onset and wake times in an individual living in society. Usual circadian rhythm is 24.2 to 24.5 hours. Patients sleep “around…
Light Therapy Lamp | Litebook Elite Hand-Held Light Therapy Device REVIEW
If you suffer from SAD, and are looking for a light therapy device which is highly portable, then the Elite Hand-Held Light Therapy Lamp from Litebook is a worthy contender for your…
What Sleep Experts Are Telling Us about the Circadian Rhythm
Asking sleep experts for advice on how to put children to bed often feels like an exercise in futility. The standard tips are banal and predictable: avoid caffeine; remove the TV from…
Mild Head Injuries Increase Risk Of Sleep Disorders
A mild head injury can increase your chance of developing a sleep disorder, according to a study published in the April 3, 2007, issue of Neurology, the scientific journal of the American…
Sleep Your Way to Health
Many of us let our schedule dictate our sleep habits instead of letting our sleep habits dictate our schedules. Almost every person who comes in to see me does not have the…
What can prevent a good night’s sleep?
Sleep disruptions Colds and illness Pain Restless legs syndrome Sleep apnea Timing Problems Advanced Sleep Phase Syndrome (ASPS) Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome (DSPS) …
Light Therapy Lamp | NatureBright SunTouch Plus Light and Ion Therapy Lamp REVIEW
Looking to purchase the Nature Bright SunTouch Plus Light and Ion Therapy Lamp? All the necessary information you need to decide can be found in the following paragraphs. From my own research…