Conscious experiences during non-rapid eye movement sleep parasomnias - PubMed
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39419343/
Disorders of Arousal (DOA) are non-rapid eye movement (NREM) parasomnias traditionally regarded as unconscious states. However, recent research challenges this assumption. This narrative review aims to explore the presence and...
This review examines the conscious experiences in Disorders of Arousal (DOA), highlighting higher recall rates than previously thought, with patients often enacting dreams and experiencing negative emotions during episodes.
Collagen peptide supplementation before bedtime reduces sleep fragmentation and improves cognitive function in physically active males with sleep complaints - PubMed
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37874350/
CP supplementation did not influence sleep quantity, latency, or efficiency, but reduced awakenings and improved cognitive function in physically active males with sleep complaints.
This study examined glycine-rich collagen peptides (CP) supplementation in active men with sleep complaints. CP reduced awakenings and improved cognitive function, but did not affect sleep quantity, latency, or efficiency.
Diagnosing and treating hypersomnolence in depression - PubMed
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39423674/
Hypersomnolence, a broad presentation encompassing excessive daytime sleepiness, hypersomnia and sleep inertia, affects around 25 % of patients with a major depressive disorder. Yet, hypersomnolence is often overlook in clinical...
Hypersomnolence, affecting 25% of depression patients, is often overlooked, impacting mood and quality of life. This review proposes a diagnostic approach and multimodal treatment, including pharmacotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Connecting clinicians and patients: The language of narcolepsy - PubMed
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39437461/
Narcolepsy is a rare lifelong sleep disorder characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness with variable expression of cataplexy, sleep paralysis, sleep-related hallucinations and disrupted nocturnal sleep. Affected individuals also experience additional...
Narcolepsy's diagnostic delays may stem from language discrepancies between clinicians and patients. A literature review and expert opinion suggest improved communication could enhance symptom recognition and expedite diagnosis, improving patient outcomes.
Comorbidity of obstructive sleep apnea and narcolepsy: A challenging diagnosis and complex management - PubMed
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39386319/
Adults with NT1 showed a higher prevalence of OSA compared to the general population, but the reach of the results reviewed here is limited by the retrospective design of most...
Narcolepsy type 1 (NT1) co-occurs with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in 24.8–51.4% of adults. Treatment for excessive daytime sleepiness includes modafinil, methylphenidate, pitolisant, and solriamfetol. Further research is needed.