Sleep

Question 1

Why do we need sleep?

Answer 1

Synaptic shrinkage. Makes room for new connections the following day. Loose unnecessary/insignificant memories.
Machinery repair, energy replenishment, memory consolidation

Question 2

What tests do you undergo for sleep problems?

Answer 2

Polysomnogam. Measures brain electrical activity, eye and jaw muscle movement, airflow, respiratory effort, EKG, oxygen saturation

Question 3

What are the three types of sleep symptoms?

Answer 3

Insomnia,excessive daytime sleepiness and parasomnias.

Question 4

What are the symptoms of insomnias?

Answer 4

Tired but wired.
Can be primary (only an insominia) or secondary (caused by other issues).
Over thinkers and control freaks are prone to insomnia.
Minfulness training to treat.

Question 5

What are the symptoms of excessive daytimesleepiness and give some examples?

Answer 5

Difficulty maintaining desired wakefulness
Falling asleep at inappropriate times,
Excessive amount of sleep.
Sleep apnoea, idiopathic hypersomnia, circadian rhythm disorder, narcolepsy

Question 6

What are some treatments for sleep disorders?

Answer 6

Psychological, behavioural, biological

Cognitive behavioural treatment for insomnia
Light treatment
Melatonin
CPAP machibe
Medications