Millions of people suffer from sleep apnea, a condition that causes breathing to stop and start during sleep. CPAP machines are the most common treatment for this condition, but some people find them uncomfortable or inconvenient. Alternatives to CPAP machines include oral appliances and surgery. Oral appliances are mouthpieces that keep the airway open during […] Read More
A fever dream is a type of hallucination that can be brought on by a high fever. It usually features unrealistic images and scenarios that seem quite real to the person experiencing them. Although fever dreams can be alarming, they are usually harmless and will go away once the fever subsides. There is no one […] Read More
Lucid dreaming is the ability to know that you are dreaming, and to control the dream. It’s like being awake in your dreams. For some people, lucid dreaming is a spiritual experience. For others, it’s a way to explore their imaginations and have fun. And for still others, it’s a tool for problem-solving or overcoming […] Read More
Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder that affects the control of sleep and wakefulness. People with narcolepsy often experience excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden bouts of sleep, sometimes even while in the middle of a conversation. Narcolepsy can also cause cataplexy, which is a sudden loss of muscle tone that leads to weakness or paralysis. The […] Read More
One of the great mysteries of life is why sleep feels so good. After a long day of work, school, or taking care of your family, nothing feels better than crawling into bed and falling asleep. But what is it about sleep that makes it so pleasurable? Scientists are still trying to figure that out. There […] Read More
