by drcatherinedarley | Nov 11, 2009 | body clock, circadian rhythm, melatonin, neurotransmitters of sleep
You have probably heard of melatonin, one of our bodies’ endogenous hormones. Today we’ll talk about natural melatonin cycles, how melatonin relates to health, and also how melatonin is taken as a supplement. Your Natural Melatonin Cycle Melatonin is a hormone...
by drcatherinedarley | Oct 28, 2009 | cluster headaches, fall asleep, Fibromyalgia, insomnia, sleep, Sleep breathing disorders, sleep deprivation
How Chronic Pain and Sleep Interact Do you know someone who suffers from chronic pain? It may be back pain, headaches, pelvic pain, fibromyalgia . . . many types of pain sufferers also experience sleep disruption. Unfortunately, people can get into a cycle in which...
by drcatherinedarley | Oct 21, 2009 | optimal sleep, overweight, sleep deprivation
The Most Common Sleep Problem Once again, in 2008, insufficient sleep was the most common sleep problem in America. More than 47% of adults and 57% of children get less than the recommended amount of sleep each night. This chronic partial sleep deprivation can...
by drcatherinedarley | Oct 20, 2009 | behavioral treatment, driving safety, fall asleep
Planning ahead before driving will help you reduce your risk of drowsy driving. Get adequate sleep the night before. Try to travel long distances with a companion who can take turns driving and can help you stay alert with some good conversation. Plan enough time so...
by drcatherinedarley | Oct 16, 2009 | driving safety, fall asleep, sleep deprivation
Have you heard the buzz about drowsy driving? Sleep experts are now estimating that drowsy driving accounts for over 100,000 accidents each year, and causes 1550 deaths! The number of fatigue-related accidents may actually be much higher than this estimate because is...
