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Sleep Disorders Blog with Brandon Peters, M.D. August 2008 Archive

By Brandon Peters, M.D., About.com Guide to Sleep Disorders

Too Much or Too Little Sleep Linked to Stroke Risk in Women

Saturday August 16, 2008
Recent research suggests that sleeping too much, or too little, may heighten a woman’s risk for stroke. This furthers the evidence that we should all try to get a ... Read More

Adding Light Eases Behavioral Problems of Dementia

Saturday August 16, 2008
It’s common for elderly individuals with dementia to experience a phenomenon called “sundowning.” In the evening, those affected become more agitated and have increasing behavioral problems. There might ... Read More

Poor Sleep Tied to Excess Pounds in Children

Saturday August 16, 2008
Within our population there have been two dramatic trends within the past few decades: an increase in obesity and a decrease in total sleep time. More and more ... Read More
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