ScienceDaily: Insomnia Research News
Sat, 04 Feb 2012 06:05:01 EST
Sleep deprivation tied to increased nighttime urination in preadolescence
A new study sheds light on why some children may need to urinate more often during the rest cycle. Researchers found sleep deprivation caused healthy children, ages 8-12, to urinate significantly more frequently, excrete more sodium in urine, have altered regulation of the hormones important for excretion.
Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:53:53 EST
Sleep apnea linked to silent strokes, small lesions in brain
People with severe sleep apnea may have an increased risk of silent strokes and small lesions in the brain, according to a small study.
Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:43:43 EST
Biological time-keeper linked to diabetes
Sleeping disorders have been known for some years to increase the risk of diabetes. Scientists have now linked a gene that plays a key role in synchronizing biological rhythms to type two diabetes.
Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:15:15 EST
Body clock receptor linked to diabetes in new genetic study
Scientists have found new evidence for a link between the body clock hormone melatonin and type 2 diabetes. The study found that people who carry rare genetic mutations in the receptor for melatonin have a much higher risk of type 2 diabetes.
Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:10:10 EST
Lack of sleep makes your brain hungry
New research shows that a specific brain region that contributes to a person’s appetite sensation is more activated in response to food images after one night of sleep loss than after one night of normal sleep. Poor sleep habits can therefore affect people’s risk of becoming overweight in the long run.
Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:17:17 EST
Obese nurses more stressed, less active
Job stress and shift work have a lot more to do with obesity among nurses than previously thought, according to a new study.
Fri, 13 Jan 2012 21:08:08 EST
Treatment with light benefits Alzheimer's patients, study suggests
Exposure to light appears to have therapeutic effects on Alzheimer's disease patients, a researcher has found.
Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:41:41 EST
Disruption of biological clocks can lead to neurodegeneration, early death, study suggests
New research provides evidence for the first time that disruption of circadian rhythms -- the biological "clocks" found in many animals -- can clearly cause accelerated neurodegeneration, loss of motor function and premature death.
Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:02:02 EST
Sleep disorders common among police officers
A survey of police officers indicated that about 40 percent have a sleep disorder, which was associated with an increased risk of adverse health, safety and performance outcomes, according to a new study.
Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:26:26 EST
Secrets of the 'sleep hormone': Discovery leads to novel melatonin drug with potential to treat insomnia
Scientist have made a major breakthrough by unraveling the inner workings of melatonin, also known as the "sleep hormone." The research reveals the key role played by the melatonin receptor in the brain that promotes deep, restorative sleep. This discovery led the researchers to develop a novel drug called UCM765, which selectively activates this receptor. The results may pave the way for the development of new and promising treatments for insomnia.
Tue, 13 Dec 2011 19:00:00 EST
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