Articles reviewed by Dr. Renske Lok
What is the Best Temperature for Sleeping?
Ourestimates we spend nearly one-third of our life sleeping—or at least trying to. Unfortunately, one-third of adults report difficulty sleeping, resonating more with the “trying to” part of the statistic. This is…
Sleep Disorders: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Sleep disorders are sleep-related difficulties or conditions that disrupt your normal sleep patterns. If left unchecked, these issues can prevent you from getting enough high-quality sleep. Of course, we have…
Everything You Need to Know About Sleep Paralysis
It’s the stuff of nightmares: you wake up, only to discover that you can’t move your body. You begin to panic and frantically look around to make sure no one…
Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome (DSPS): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Sleep disorders, though mostly common, can complicate one’s life. Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome (DSPS and also known as delayed sleep-wake phase disorder) is a fairly common sleep disorder. DSPS is…
By Pooja Shah
Narcolepsy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Narcolepsy is a rare chronic sleep disorder that disrupts the brain’s ability to regulate the sleep-wake cycle. People with narcolepsy fall asleep during the daytime, even while active. They also…
Why Am I Shivering or Sweating at Night?
Nighttime shivering and sweating can disrupt sleep and alter sleep architecture, as core body temperature drops when transitioning to NREM (slow wave or deep) sleep. These can indicate underlying health…
Why Do I Get So Hot When I Sleep?
Do you ever find yourself tossing and turning at night, feeling too hot to get comfortable? You’re not alone! Many of us struggle with this issue, and there are a…
