Jan 27, 2025 · These distractions can help shift mental focus away from sleep pressure and encourage drowsiness, helping people fall asleep more naturally.

Feb 12, 2025 · One in particular that has had neurologists and sleep specialists stumped: idiopathic hypersomnia, a disorder in which even with 10-plus hours of sleep each night, people can’t shake feelings of ...

Jan 31, 2025 · Somnolence, also known as drowsiness, is feeling tired and wanting to fall asleep. This symptom may make you nod off when you don’t want to, like when you’re reading the newspaper or when you should be paying attention (like during a lecture or meeting).

Feb 8, 2025 · There are many reasons besides poor sleep people struggle with falling asleep during meetings ranging from sitting still too long to underlying health issues. Your options included power naps, changing your diet, changing your meeting environment, smart breaks, seeing a doctor, and various other remedies.

4 days ago · If you’re always feeling tired or sleepy, it might be time to see a professional. Experts highlight conditions that could be contributing to your exhaustion.

Feb 12, 2025 · Sleep inertia is a phenomenon that many people experience upon waking up from a deep sleep. It is a period of grogginess and disorientation that can last from a few minutes to several hours. In this article, we will explore the concept of …

Feb 15, 2025 · Involuntary episodes of sleep lasting 10-20 seconds, known as "microsleeps," are common. Such brief losses of attention can appear to others as a blank stare, head snapping, prolonged eye closure, or failure to respond to outside stimuli when a fatigued person is trying to stay awake during a monotonous task.

Feb 3, 2025 · Here’s how the story may go: You wake up in the morning ready to tackle the day. You’re in a groove. You’re getting things done. But then the clock strikes 2 p.m., and you’re hit with a ...

4 days ago · You're exhausted, and your bed is comfy, but your mind and body refuse to shut down. If you've ever found yourself lying awake, wondering, "Why won't my body let me sleep?," you're not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of American adults experience problems with falling or staying asleep.

Jan 31, 2025 · Wonder why you can’t sleep, can’t stay asleep, and can’t wake up? This may be caused by a sleep disorder or sleep problem referred to as “insomnia.” There are several symptoms of insomnia which include having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, experiencing unrefreshing/unrestful sleep, and waking too early.