Common sleep disorder combo could be deadly
People who suffer from both insomnia and obstructive sleep apnoea are more likely to suffer from heart problems and are almost 50% more likely to die […]
Insomnia and depression are two disorders – study
The common belief that insomnia is a secondary symptom of depression when they co-occur is not supported by scientific evidence, and doctors should direct targeted diagnostic […]
Improving treatment of sleep disorders in primary care
Poor sleep is linked with negative physical and mental health outcomes, as well as reduced productivity which is costing Australia $66 billion in lost economic activity […]
Insomnia treatment offers relief
Insomnia causing sleepless nights, daytime fatigue and poor health outcomes is a cycle worth busting, experts say, with depression, anxiety and stress a common co-occurrence. A […]
Insomnia treatment improves sleep apnoea severity
Insomnia and Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) are common sleep disorders which can happen together in the same person, but a new study suggests Cognitive Behavioural Therapy […]
Solutions to pandemic sleep issues
Stuck at home and having trouble getting to sleep at night? Researchers and sleep therapists at Flinders University have developed wearable devices to treat sleep onset […]
Childhood problems linked to adult insomnia
Children with common behavioural problems and related sleep issues can go on to battle severe insomnia in middle age, a new study led by Flinders reveals. […]
Seeking solutions to sleep disorders, and lack of sleep
Getting enough sleep is a problem for more than 1.5 million Australians – with many more experiencing at least one bad night’s rest a week. Now […]
Flinders wearable device aims to put insomnia to bed for good
A revolutionary wearable tracking device which re-trains insomniacs to get a better night’s sleep at home has been developed by a Flinders University scientist. Techniques previously […]