Benzodiazepine Deprescribing Evidence-Based Approaches to Tapering, Alternative Therapies, and Managing Rebound Anxiety Abstract Benzodiazepine deprescribing has become an increasingly important clinical priority in contemporary practice, particularly as long term benzodiazepine use remains common among patients treated for anxiety disorders, insomnia, seizure disorders, muscle spasticity, and other chronic
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Sleep as a Vital Sign: Why Internists Should Lead the Sleep Health Revolution
Sleep as a Vital Sign Why Internists Should Lead the Sleep Health Revolution Abstract Sleep medicine has undergone a significant transformation over the past two decades, evolving from a highly specialized discipline into an essential component of comprehensive primary care. Increasing recognition of sleep as a
Mind, Body & Immunity: 60 Psychological Insights Into How Mental Health Influences Physical Health
Mind, Body & Immunity: 60 Psychological Insights Into How Mental Health Influences Physical Health Abstract This paper examines the relationship between psychological states and physical health outcomes through an analysis of 60 evidence-based insights. The research draws from current studies in psychoneuroimmunology, behavioral
Glycine’s Role in Sleep Enhancement- Clinical Evidence, Mechanisms, and Therapeutic Applications
Glycine's Role in Sleep Enhancement: Clinical Evidence, Mechanisms, and Therapeutic Applications Abstract Glycine, the smallest amino acid, has emerged as a promising natural sleep aid with growing clinical evidence supporting its effectiveness. This paper examines glycine's mechanisms of action in promoting sleep, reviews clinical studies
Early Morning Awakening Syndrome- Understanding Cortisol Dysregulation
Early Morning Awakening Syndrome: Understanding Cortisol Dysregulation and Evidence-Based Treatment Approaches for Healthcare Providers Please like and subscribe if you enjoyed this video :-) Abstract Early morning awakening, characterized by spontaneous awakening between 3:00-5:00 AM with difficulty returning to sleep,
Insomnia And Depression Comorbidity
Insomnia And Depression Comorbidity While the significance of sleep problems in emotional disorders has long been recognized, the precise nature of the reciprocal link between sleep and depressive symptoms remains elusive. Research indicates a strong association between depression and sleep disturbances. Up to 90% of individuals grappling with depression report sleep issues,
Insomnia And The Atrial Fibrillation Connection
Insomnia And The Atrial Fibrillation Connection Overview This study sought to address a notable gap in the existing literature regarding the potential link between insomnia and the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF), a common cardiac arrhythmia associated with significant morbidity and mortality. By utilizing data from the HUNT study, a comprehensive population-based
Sleep Talk and Sleep Disorders: Identifying Warning Signs
Patient Education This article is tailored for patients. Refer your patients to this article for them to learn more about their condition. Sleep Talk and Sleep Disorders: Identifying Warning Signs Article by: Przemysław Puternicki Nearly 50% of children and 5% of adults are known to sleep talk, a phenomenon that may seem harmless,
Sleep Stage Moderation Using Automated Auditory Stimulation
Sleep Stage Moderation Using Automated Auditory Stimulation Overview The study introduces a pioneering protocol for the automated detection and suppression of slow-wave sleep (SWS), a crucial physiological process with implications for both basic science and clinical applications. The protocol involves the automated identification of SWS through the entire head topography of frontal
Insomnia And Depression: Smartphone App Interventions
Insomnia And Depression: Smartphone App Interventions During adolescence, the prevalence of prevalent mental disorders, especially depression, increases at a faster rate among adolescents than among adults. Despite the critical need for intervention, many depressed adolescents go untreated due to barriers like stigma. This research explores an innovative approach targeting non-stigmatizing, self-identified
