Q. I’ve had trouble sleeping for quite some time. I still function pretty well, as far as making it to work, being productive, and spending quality time with my family and friends. One thing seems a little off. I often feel like … [Read more...]
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Critter Corner: Nonpharmacological Tips to Help with Sleep
Dear Angel, I have been having trouble sleeping at night. I heard that lack of sleep can cause memory problems and possibly even increase your risk of dementia. As a cat, you likely sleep a lot. Can you recommend any … [Read more...]
Print This PageThose Late-Night Golden Girls Reruns Could Be Bad for Your Health
Joan is tired all the time. It could be because she's a night owl who reads books and doesn't like putting them down, or because she watches reruns of the Golden Girls and Frasier late at night. Joan's daughter began noticing … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Can Poor Sleep Cause Alzheimer’s?
Dear Ribbit I have been an insomniac for most of my adult life. Now, I hear that poor sleep can cause Alzheimer’s. Is that true? Anita Moore-Sleep----Dear AnitaSimilar to your situation, 1 in 3 Americans don't get … [Read more...]
Print This PageSleepless Nights? You Can Put the Pills Away
Older people experiencing age-related sleep issues are likely to find more long-term relief through the use of regular exercise than they ever will by means of drug-related sleep aids.There are a number of reasons why exercise, … [Read more...]
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