Sleep Disorders Medical Reference

Learn about home remedies that can help you overcome your insomnia, improve the quality of your sleep, and practice better sleep habits.

When warm milk and counting sheep just don’t cut it, you may want to consider a sleep aid. Learn about the difference between prescription and over-the-counter options, how well they work, and things you should watch out for.

Insomnia is a common reason why you wake up at night, but it’s not the only one. Pain, stress, food, and where you sleep can all stop you from getting your needed shut-eye.

Sometimes it isn’t getting to sleep that’s hard, it’s staying asleep. Find out what causes you to wake up overnight, what you can do about it, and when to talk with your doctor.

Are your sleep issues a temporary problem or insomnia? Find out how to know the difference and what you can do to get back to restful nights.

You may have heard that pink noise, a type of background noise, can help you sleep. Does it work? How do you use it?

Good sleep is important for good health. That’s especially true if you have narcolepsy. Here are some tips for how to get a good night’s rest, and how to manage during the day.

Narcolepsy is a very rare brain disorder that can lead to uncontrollable daytime drowsiness. Find out about the different types of the condition and what causes them.

It takes time to find the right medications to treat your symptoms of narcolepsy. Here’s what you need to know to find the drug or drugs that work best for you.

Studies suggest that tracking sleep can help people with narcolepsy. Wearable devices and apps may help, too, but the FDA hasn’t approved any such over-the-counter devices or apps for treating or managing narcolepsy.

Sleeping with your eyes open is most likely a sign of a health problem. See what causes Nocturnal Lagophthalmos, symptoms, risks, & treatments.

Bamboo products are everywhere today. Find out if bamboo pillows really have health benefits.

A good pillow can make or break your night’s sleep. Discover the pros and cons of memory foam pillows, which can help support your neck and improve sleep quality.

Wedge pillows are special pillows that lift the top half of your body while you sleep. If you have health issues like acid reflux or sleep apnea, they just may be your ticket to a better night’s rest.

Do you wake up with a stiff neck? You may feel better and sleep better with a neck pillow, or cervical pillow. Here’s why the right neck support can help reduce pain and improve your sleep.

Should you buy a weighted blanket to treat anxiety, stress, insomnia, or ADHD? There’s mixed evidence on whether or not these heavy blankets really calm your nerves or help you sleep, and they aren’t cheap. Find out what to look for as you shop for a weighted blanket and who shouldn’t use them at all.

Do you sleep on your stomach? Then you’ll want to find out about the types of pillows that may be best for your bed.

From a lower, slower heart rate and breathing to creating memories and helping you learn, how does deep sleep affect your body?

It takes a lot of energy to stay awake. Good quality deep sleep can help you recover. This sleep phase also strengthens your memories and your immune system. And research shows it may help clear out toxins from your brain.

Sleep problems and type 2 diabetes go hand-in-hand. Here's how a lack of sleep can affect type 2 diabetes.

Experts aren’t sure which comes first. Most likely, bad sleep and dementia affect each other. Learn how that might happen.

Substance misuse or withdrawal from drugs can cause sleep problems or make them worse. Learn how.

Research links sleep loss to serious conditions like heart disease and heart attacks. Learn the connection between heart health and sleep and how you can get a better night’s rest.

Did you know that lack of sleep can affect your immune system and make you sick? Here's what you need to know to keep illness at bay.

Regularly losing sleep can have an impact on how much you weigh. Too little sleep can make you eat more, exercise less, and lead to obesity.