Revenge Bedtime Procrastination
Revenge bedtime procrastination (BP)1 is defined as going to bed later than intended despite the absence of external reasons. It can be described as the decision to sacrifice sleep to […]
The Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Resident Physicians
The path to becoming a physician in the United States is not easy. After earning a bachelor’s degree — during which most amass large number of hours in community service, […]
The Impact of Sound on Sleep
Southerners can sleep through anything as long as they have their fan on — at least that’s the stereotype associated with anyone living in the southern part of the United […]
The Impact of Halloween on Sleep Hygiene
This article previously ran in the Q3 2023 issue of A2Zzz. The light of the day turns to night, and children and adults throughout the US don their costumes — this can only […]
Explaining The Body’s Relationship to Sunlight to Sleep Patients
Most patients are familiar with the concept of circadian rhythm, with the topic usually rising in conversation around daylight saving time (or winter outside of the United States). However, many […]
Advocating for Starting School Later: A QA With Lisa L. Lewis, Author of ‘The Sleep-Deprived Teen’
Lisa L. Lewis, MS (left), is a freelance journalist and author who covers the intersection of parenting, public health and education. Her book, “The Sleep-Deprived Teen: Why Our Teenagers Are So […]
Holidays and Sleep
The holiday season is in full swing and that means endless cheer and celebration. The holidays may seem merry and bright, but this time of year can greatly impact how […]
How Much Sleep Do I Need? (Infants, Pediatrics, Teens, and Adults)
As a sleep technologist, you should know (and be telling your patients) that obtaining enough sleep is important to help to maintain optimal well-being and health. When it comes to […]
How Technology Impacts Sleep Quality
There is no doubt that technology improves our daily lives. It has advanced medicine, industry, and so much more. Technology is a source of income for some, entertainment for others, […]
Stages of Sleep: NREM Sleep vs REM Sleep
What is a sleep cycle? Most of us know that we have several stages of sleep, but it’s important to have a good understanding of the different stages of sleep […]