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Tag Archives: Sleep
Mutation in Gene Connected to Fatigue in Shift Workers Could Also Increase Risk of Alzheimer’s
Research by the same team points to the possible connection between shift work intolerance and later development of Alzheimer's
A new study out of Finland appears to show a connection between shift work and the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease later in life. The recent study, published in the journal SLEEP, shows that a variation in the melatonin receptor … Continue reading
Posted in Science of Us
Tagged Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, Dementia, Gene Mutation, Melatonin, Shift Work, Sleep, Sleep disorders and dementia
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New Study Suggests Night Owls Have Higher Risk of Early Mortality
People who stay awake late at night have 10 percent higher risk of dying sooner than early risers
It appears the classic adage “the early bird gets the worm” may be beneficial for our health, not just for seizing the day. A new study finds that night owls (people who stay up late into the night and have … Continue reading
Posted in Science of Us
Tagged Chronotype, Lark, Morning, Night, Night Owl, Night Owls, Research, Science of Us, scientific study, Sleep
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Our Weekly Tip: Dealin
g with the Sleeplessness That Accompanies Grief
After a major loss, it can be difficult to get a good night's sleep
Our Tip of the Week: It’s typical to experience disruptions in normal sleep patterns in the first few weeks and months of grief after a major loss. You may have trouble falling asleep, find yourself waking up throughout the night, or … Continue reading
Posted in Practical Tips
Tagged A Good Night's Sleep: A Drug-Free Solution, Bedtime, Circadian rhythm, Comfort for Grief, Complicated Grief, Dealing with death, Dealing with Grief, Dealing with Loss and Grief, Essential oil, Grieving Guidance, Insomnia, Lavender, Lavender oil, Process of Grieving, Relax, Sleep, Sleep Aid
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“Requiescat” by Matthew Arnold
Matthew Arnold's poem shows that death is the most enviable state
I was reading about the famous poet and critic Matthew Arnold recently, and I discovered that he died of sudden heart failure while running to catch a tram. While this is of course tragic, I also had to appreciate the … Continue reading
