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Insomnia
Sleeplessness, Sleep Disorder
Women and Insomnia
People of all ages and walks of life can suffer from insomnia. But women are especially sensitive to irregular sleeping habits because of the hormonal changes they experience during pregnancy and perimenopause.
Women are also more likely to suffer from depression, which is linked to sleeplessness.
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The neuroscience of our night life.By Patrick McNamara
Sleep Newzzz
Information from "The Sleep Doctor" for better sleep and better health.By Michael J. Breus, Ph.D.
Sleeping Angels
How children's sleep affects their health and well being.By Dennis Rosen, M.D.
Sleepless in America
Healthy rest, problem sleep, and the dreams and nightmares therein.By John Cline, Ph.D.
The Land of Nod
Improve your life by getting the sleep you need.By Shelby Harris, PsyD
The Power of Rest
Why sleep alone is not enough–and how to reset your body.By Matthew Edlund, M.D.
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