Insomnia & Mental Health: Genetics, Sleep Aids & Inflammation

Confront the crucial interplay between sleep and mental health. Discover how insomnia can significantly worsen conditions like anxiety and depression, ‍creating a vicious⁤ cycle that demands attention. ⁢This piece unravels the complex relationship,exploring how inflammation,triggered by sleep‍ deprivation,fuels psychiatric disorders. Learn about the specific connection between disordered eating, mental health issues, and poor sleep quality. … Read more

Sleep Med Prescriptions Surge Among Children Post-COVID

TOPLINE: During the COVID-19 pandemic, prescriptions for hypnotic medications notably increased among children, particularly among those aged between 6 and 11 years for prolonged-release melatonin and in adolescents for Z-drugs such as zolpidem; this increase persisted until the end of the study in December 2023. METHODOLOGY: Researchers conducted a cross-sectional analysis of national dispensing data … Read more