The Sleep Doctor

Can This Serious Sleep Condition Affect Children, Too?

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 04.10.2012

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Dr. Michael J. Breus

Sleep-disordered breathing in children, no matter how mild it appears, should never be ignored. By addressing these issues before they become serious, we can help keep our kids sleeping well and growing well.

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Spring Forward -- Are You Ready?

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 05.09.2012

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Dr. Michael J. Breus

Be aware of your bedtime routine as the clock springs forward -- otherwise you might fall back asleep at the wrong time.

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Your Body Clock: How Aging Eyes Can Disrupt Your Sleep

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 05.09.2012

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Dr. Michael J. Breus

Circadian rhythms -- our own internal biological "clock" -- govern our sleep-wake cycle and several other daily rhythms of the body. It's a complicated and finely-tuned system of hormonal and bio-chemical reactions that helps us live in rhythm with the 24-hour day.

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Your Brain On Sleep

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 04.09.2012

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Dr. Michael J. Breus

There's still a great deal of information about the effects of sleep on the brain that we don't yet understand, so any research that sheds light on this subject is exciting and potentially important.

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Fighting Family Jet Lag Through the Holidays

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 02.06.2012

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Dr. Michael J. Breus

Let's face it, as adults we don't always weather these changes particularly well, so it's no surprise that our kids don't handle jet lag with ease and good humor. The good news is there are a number of things you can do to prepare them.

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Sleep Late, Gain Weight? How Bedtime Affects BMI

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 01.30.2012

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Dr. Michael J. Breus

A message to night owls: There's news that your bedtime -- and those late-night snacks -- may be preventing you from dropping those stubborn extra pounds.

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Safer Sleep for Babies: New Guidelines

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 01.14.2012

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Dr. Michael J. Breus

Moms and Dads, here's some important news: there are new guidelines you should know about that can help your baby sleep more safely. The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued new recommendations for sleep safety and protection against SIDS.

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The Serious Risks of Low Sleep in Teens

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 12.26.2011

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Dr. Michael J. Breus

Most teens are not getting enough sleep, and their lack of sufficient sleep is being associated with a whole series of risky, unhealthy behaviors, from smoking and drinking to sexual activity and over-eating.

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