FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 24, 2020·2 min readSleep-wake disturbances can predict recurrent events in stroke survivorsRecovered stroke patients who suffer from sleep-wake disruptions are more likely to experience another stroke, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 25, 2020·4 min read3D face photos could be a sleep apnea screening toolUsing 3D imaging and artificial intelligence, researchers discovered the shortest distance between two points on the curved surface of the face predicted, with 89% accuracy, which patients had sleep apnea.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 3, 2020·3 min readNew deep learning model can accurately identify sleep stagesA new deep learning algorithm can distinguish different sleep stages. The technology could help with diagnosing sleep disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnea.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 12, 2020·5 min readLosing tongue fat improves sleep apneaReduction in tongue fat volume is the main link between weight loss and sleep apnea improvement.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 13, 2019·2 min readThe mystery of why we sleepResearchers shed light on why we need to sleep and discuss the effects of sleep deprivation.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·July 23, 2019·6 min readObstructive sleep apnea may be one reason depression treatment doesn’t workA potential link has been identified between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and major depressive disorder. Treating OSA may help to improve depressive symptoms, as well as reduce suicidal thoughts and improve sleep for those with insomnia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·July 1, 2019·3 min readCPAP provides relief from depressionCPAP helps to reduce symptoms of depression in patients with obstructive sleep apnea and cardiovascular disease independently of sleep improvements.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 16, 2019·4 min readNew oral appliance helps sleep apnea sufferers sleep more soundlyA new oral device, dubbed the mandibular advancement appliance, can improve the quality of sleep for those with sleep apnea. The device increases retroglossal airway space three-dimensionally.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 12, 2019·4 min readObstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to Inflammation and Organ DysfunctionA new study makes the case that obstructive sleep apnea should be viewed as a low grade chronic inflammatory disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 31, 2019·4 min readSleep Apnea Creates Gaps in Life MemoriesResearchers report people with sleep apnea have trouble recalling details of autobiographical memories, putting them at greater risk of developing depression.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 25, 2018·4 min readSerotonin Neurons Contribute to Fail Safe Mechanism that Ensures Recovery From Interrupted BreathingA new study reports acute loss of normal activity in serotonin producing neurons blunts the body's ability to recover from interrupted breathing. Researchers say this could provide an explanation to why some infants die from SIDs, and could someday help with the development of therapies to prevent sudden infant death.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 16, 2018·4 min readAvoid Using Medical Marijuana to Treat Sleep ApneaResearchers say there is currently insufficient evidence for the safety and efficacy of medical marijuana as a treatment for sleep apnea.Read More