Posts by: Sleep Center of Middle Tennessee

Do your sleeping patterns have you feeling a bit off? It could be you're falling asleep too early or getting into a routine of waking several hours later than normal. In some cases, such as when traveling to a totally different timezone, need for adjustment is...

Most adults need seven to nine hours of quality sleep per night. So what’s another hour or two? Getting more than nine hours of sleep isn’t bad, right? Wrong. It may be a sign of something more serious. So how much sleep is too much sleep?  Well, the “right”...

We spend one-third of life sleeping. It's a beloved pastime of many. However, it's not just beloved but essential to the mind and body. Read seven eye-opening facts about sleep that may get you thinking about your own sleep behavior and whether you should seek proper...

We're glued to social media, interested in how others are living. However, considering one-third of our lives is spent sleeping, shouldn't we be a little curious about sleeping patterns and behaviors too? The following article lays down the basis as to why men and...

Men's Health Month calls for self care, which requires reflection, honesty, and greater awareness. Did you know 44% of men suffering from erectile dysfunction can trace it to another health concern? For example, there's a direct link between sleep deprivation and...

Those with sleep apnea suffer from exhaustion, even after a 'full' night's sleep. While the thought of obstructed and lapsed breathing is worrisome enough, those inflicted suffer from secondary problems such as marital issues, weight gain, and lower cognitive...

Poor sleep does more damage than simply leaving you tired and irritable the following day. Whether you're not getting enough total hours of sleep or you're experiencing frequent nighttime interruptions, over time consistently poor sleep can lead to a number of serious...

Having a hard time either falling asleep or getting a full night of rest? Stress could be the reason you aren’t getting enough sleep, because stress and sleep are so closely tied to each other. There’s a good chance you’re already familiar with how troublesome stress...

Do you routinely find yourself feeling extremely groggy and tired, even after you’ve had a full night of sleep? Perhaps you’re taking naps and still feel exhausted. If you have trouble staying awake during the day, despite the number of hours you sleep and experience...

Untreated sleep apnea can negatively impact your health in a number of ways. Whether it's increasing your odds of type 2 diabetes, heart failure or stroke, sleep apnea is a disorder that should be dealt with sooner rather than later. Beyond the more obvious disruption...