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The Waking Dead: Dangers of Sleep Deprivation

THE WAKING DEAD Dangers of Sleep Deprivation More than 70 million Americans suffer from one or more of the 85 sleep disorders recognized by the American Sleep Disorders Association. What is the cost of our restless nights? LATE NIGHT AFTERMATH Sleep deprivation plays a major role in a variety of conditions and illnesses. Decreased alertness REDUCING SLEEP BY 90 MINUTES Cognitive impairment FOR JUST ONE NIGHT CAN REDUCE DAYTIME ALERTNESS BY UP TO Increased stress 32% Increased appetite UNTREATED SLEEP DISORDERS CAN HAVE LONG-TERM EFFECTS. 120/80 High blood Heart failure Stroke Obesity pressure The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that, each year, drowsy driving is responsible for at least: DROWSY DRIVING 100,000 71,000 1,550 Automobile crashes Injuries Fatalities COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT Awake for 18 hours similar to 0.05% blood alcohol Awake for 24 hours content of 0.10%* *higher than the legal limit in all states 2009-2010 study of 150,000 adults : 4.2% SAID THEY'D FALLEN ASLEEP WHILE DRIVING AT LEAST ONCE IN THE LAST 30 DAYS. SLEEP RECOMMENDATIONS By age group Newborns 16-18 hours/day MORTALITY RISK IS INCREASED FOR PEOPLE GETTING LESS THAN SIX OR SEVEN HOURS OF Pre-schoolers 11-12 hours/day SLEEP PER NIGHT. SEVERE INSOMNIA TRIPLES THE MORTALITY RISK IN ELDERLY MEN. School-aged children At least 10 hours/day Teens 9-10 hours/day Adults/Elderly 7-8 hours/day 31% 29% $18 BILLION of high school students get an average of 8 hours or less of sleep each night. of adults get an average of 6 hours or less of sleep each night. Est. cost to U.S. employers in lost productivity caused by sleep loss. PEOPLE WITH INSOMNIA ARE. 10 times as likely to develop depression 17 times as likely to have significant anxiety 10X 17X SLEEP RECOVERY Sometimes sleep disorders can be corrected by lifestyle changes such as: Natural treatments for sleep include: Chamomile tea Getting more exercise CPAP Melatonin Reducing stress Valerian Cutting back on alcohol, nicotine and caffeine More serious sleep disorders like sleep apnea, narcolepsy and restless leg syndrome are treatable but require a physician's care, medication and sometimes a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) device to keep the airways open during sleep. Kava Be sure to tell your doctor if you are trying any of these sleep aids to be sure they won't interact with any of your other medications. Hanging medications that are causing sleeplessness Other sleep disorders require testing and diagnosis through a sleep study. SLEEP EXPERTS RECOMMEND "GOOD SLEEP HYGIENE" ON A CONSISTENT BASIS TO MAXIMIZE YOUR RESTFULNESS Sticking to a regular sleep schedule Avoiding naps Avoiding stressful activities and strenuous exercise at least two hours before bed Practicing relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation and deep breathing before bedtime Creating a restful environment that is dark, comfortable and quiet Sources: http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/features/important-sleep-habits http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/children-sleep-problems http://www.cdc.gov/Features/dsDrowsyDriving/index.html http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/sdd/howmuch.html http://www.statisticbrain.com/sleeping-disorder-statistics/ http://www.sleepfoundation.org/sites/default/files/sleepinamericapoll/SIAP_2011_Summary_of_Findings.pdf http://www.cdc.gov/Features/dsDrowsyDriving/index.html http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2013/02/13/8-effects-of-sleep-deprivation-on-your-health/ http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/excessive-sleepiness-10/emotions-cognitive?page=2 http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/excessive-sleepiness-10/emotions-cognitive?page=2 http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/sleep-disorders-diagnosis-tests http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/understanding-sleep-problems-treatment http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/understanding-sleep-problems-treatment?page=2 http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/lifestyle-guide-11/natural-good-sleep-tips-on-melatonin-valerian Presented by www.Health-Science-Degree.com Created by OBizMedia ...

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Sleep deprivation plays a major role in a variety of conditions and illnesses, including decreased performance and alertness, memory and cognitive impairment, increased stress, poor quality of life, i...

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