DOWNLOADDepression, adverse childhood events and sleep disturbances linked to changes in the immune system
Adverse childhood experiences and sleep disturbances interfere with immune system regulation, shows research from the University of Eastern Finland. These changes were observed in a population that already carried a significant burden of psychological symptoms such as depression. Major depressive disorder (MDD), adverse childhood experiences and sleep…
Put the smartphone down: social media use and sleep disturbances linked
It is a scene to which most of us can probably relate: the light on your smartphone is flashing, heralding a notification from Facebook or Twitter, or one of the myriad social networking sites you have willingly joined. But a new study may give you a reason to pause;…
Sleep disturbances exacerbate dysfunction in Alzheimer's
Chemical changes in brain cells caused by jet lag-like sleep disturbances may contribute to learning and memory loss in Alzheimer’s, according to a study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. Sleep disruption affects many older people and is especially linked with Alzheimer’s. Many older adults notice changes…