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Sleep and ADHD

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Understanding the Link Between Sleep Quality and Breathing Patterns

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Weight Management, Diet and Exercise

The Impact of Sleep Apnea on Metabolism and Weight Gain

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Sleep & Pain

Physical Activity, Sleep, and Pain Interactions

Role of Sleep Disorders in Pain Syndromes

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DID YOU KNOW?

There’s a condition called Exploding Head Syndrome that makes some people hear a loud bang, crash, or even electrical zaps just as they’re falling asleep! Though harmless, it can be startling and disrupt sleep. Researchers believe it happens due to the brain misfiring during the sleep-wake transition. If you’ve ever “heard” a noise that wasn’t there at night, this could be why!

What is Exploding Head Syndrome?