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The Sleep Gender Gap: Nighttime Disparities Between Women and Men From Sleep is the Foundation Link: https://lnkd.in/ec_w4-kz At A Glance: - U.S. adult women age 18 and older (33%) are more likely than men (27%) to wake up every night and more likely to stay up late every night (31% vs. 20%). - More than half of women ages 25-44 with children get less than 7 hours of sleep per night, compared to 38% of men in this group. - Men in this group also get 30 minutes more sleep per night than the women. - Within this group, twice as many women are woken every night to care for others compared to men. - Nearly a quarter of women ages 18-24 lose sleep due to premenstrual syndrome (PMS), while more than half of women ages 45-54 lose sleep due to perimenopause or menopause. - Women (51%) are more likely than men (42%) to attribute their sleep issues to anxiety and depression. #sleep #sleephealth #sleepapnea #osa #health #healthcare #cpap #menshealth #womenshealth #healthdisparities #sleep2024 #sleeptrends

❗ Did you know that Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is often undiagnosed, especially in women? ❗ Women often present more subtle and varied symptoms compared to men, making OSA harder to detect. These symptoms can include: 🥱 Fatigue 🌙 Insomnia 💆♀️ Headaches 😞 Mood disturbances HuffPost has published an article in which Professor Esther Rodriguez-Villegas highlights the importance of equitable healthcare and gender-specific approaches to closing the healthcare gap. 🌟 To learn more, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/emB9ExT5 #WomensHealth #SleepApnoea #HealthcareEquity #GenderSpecificCare #HealthcareInnovation #OSA

🌙 Do Men Really Need Less Sleep Than Women? Let's Unpack the Science!🌟 When it comes to catching Z's, there's a common belief that men need less sleep than women. But what does the science say? 🔬 Sleep Needs by Gender: While it's true that most adults need between 7-9 hours of sleep per night, research indicates subtle differences between genders. Studies suggest that women might slightly edge out men in sleep requirements. Why? 1. Hormonal Influence: Women often experience more sleep disturbances due to hormonal changes associated with menstrual cycles, pregnancy, and menopause. 2. Brain Activity: There's some evidence suggesting women may use more of their brain for multitasking, which could contribute to a higher demand for sleep to recover and repair. 🧠 Cognitive Function and Sleep: Interestingly, a study by Loughborough University's Sleep Research Center suggests that women might need about 20 more minutes of sleep than men. The reason? The female brain is arguably busier during the day due to a higher rate of multitasking and utilization, leading to a greater need for sleep to allow for cognitive recovery and memory consolidation. 💤 Personal Sleep Needs: It's crucial to remember that individual sleep needs are highly personal and influenced by many factors beyond gender, such as lifestyle, health, and stress levels. So, next time you think about skimping on sleep, remember that quality rest is key for everyone's well-being, regardless of gender! Make sure to listen to your body and get the rest you need to stay sharp and rejuvenated. #SleepScience #GenderDifferences #HealthAndWellness #SleepWell #RestEasy

💤 Did you know? The menstrual cycle can influence women's sleep patterns due to hormonal fluctuations, affecting both duration and quality of sleep. This can vary throughout different phases of the cycle, with some women experiencing insomnia or disrupted sleep. Understanding these patterns can help improve sleep hygiene and overall well-being. Join us in prioritizing women's health and well-being through informed insights! Download EveCare now from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. 📱 Click the link for more information: 🌐 https://evecare.app/ #evecare #app #periodtrackingapp #periodtracker #womenshealth #menstrualhealth #cycletracking #fertility #selfcare #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #healthymind #healthylife #healthylifestyletips

The allure of screens is undeniable, but what about their impact on our newborns? 📱👶 Early screen time may seem harmless, but it can affect a baby’s development in subtle yet significant ways. Consider these points: - Visual Development: Excessive screen time can strain young eyes. - Sleep Disruption: Screens can interfere with healthy sleep patterns. - Attachment: Interaction with screens may reduce face-to-face bonding time. Is there enough awareness about these hidden impacts? Let’s discuss how we can better protect our little ones’ development. #EarlyScreenTime #NewbornDevelopment #ParentingTips #HealthAwareness #CareNest #InfantHealth #ScreenTimeImpact #HealthyHabits #ChildDevelopment #OnlineConsultation

🏃♂️💪 #PhysicalActivity boosts next-day 🧠 #CognitivePerformance in older adults! Key findings: • 30 min more of moderate to vigorous physical activity = better 🧠💭 #EpisodicMemory and #WorkingMemory • 😴 #Sleep ≥6h = improved 🧠💭 episodic memory and ⚡ #PsychomotorSpeed • 💤 #SlowWaveSleep = enhanced 🧠💭 episodic memory • 👁️ #REMSleep = better 🎯 #Attention 📊 Study details: • 76 UK adults aged 50-83 • 8-day 📱 #Accelerometer wear • Daily 🧠 #CognitiveTests 🔬 Results suggest: • MVPA benefits may last 24h • 😴 Sleep and 🏃♂️ #Exercise independently contribute to 🧠 function 🎯 #HealthyAging tip: Combine regular MVPA with good sleep habits for optimal daily cognitive function! 🏋️♀️😴🧠 #ActiveLifestyle #BrainHealth #SleepWell #ExerciseForBrain #HealthyLongevity Citations: [1] https://lnkd.in/eQiXdKCn

A healthy lifestyle has an important impact on the improvement of quality of life in adolescents. As there is substantial evidence shown that meeting the recommendations outlined in the recently introduced 24-hour movement behavior (24-HMB) guidelines (physical activity, screen time, sleep) has a positive influence on QOL-related outcomes among children and adolescents, this study aimed to assess the associations between these guidelines and QOL among adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. The findings highlight the importance of adopting and maintaining healthy behavioral habits in order to improve QOL among adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis, especially in those without back pain or with good self-image. Link to the full article 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/drTguPrE #24-hourmovementbehavior #adolescentidiopathicscoliosis #idiopathicscoliosis #adolescentscoliosis #adolescent #teenager #scoliosis #spinaldeformity #backpain #qualityoflife #self-image #QOL #spine #spinehealth #health #healthcare #physicalactivity #exercise #sleep #behavior #behavioralhabits

Have you heard of BASIS (Baby Sleep Information Source)? It’s an incredibly valuable project of the Durham Infancy and Sleep Centre (DISC), in the Department of Anthropology at Durham University UK. The aim of Basis (the Baby Sleep Information Source) is to provide access to research based evidence about biologically normal infant sleep, in forms that are accessible to parents and health practitioners, supported by references to research relevant to families in the UK. We conceptualise ‘biologically normal infant sleep’ as being the sleep of babies who are exclusively or predominantly breastfed to at least 6 months of age and cared for in a responsive manner. We do not consider sleep training methods that require leaving babies alone for sleep in the first year of life to be biologically normal. ‘In many families the issue of where a baby sleeps is never questioned. Cultural rules or assumptions specify ‘the normal place’ for infant sleep within a given society — whether that be a cot or crib in a specially prepared nursery, a futon on the floor along-side the mother, or strapped to the mother’s body in a sling. In Western 21st century, where environments for infant sleep may vary from household to household, recommendations for where babies sleep are made on the basis of enhancing infant safety. Reducing the number of sudden and unexpected infant deaths during sleep (from accidents or unknown causes) is the principal reason why guidance on ‘where babies sleep’ is issued by Health Departments and other organisations’. Helen L. Ball Check out the website here 👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/eN6jBkXY #babysleep #babysafety #BiologicallyNormalSleep #SafeSleep #ResponsiveParenting #DurhamUniversity #BabySleepInfo #ParentEducation #SleepSafety #NewParentSupport #BreastfeedingJourney #BabySleepGuidance #InfantSafety #EvidenceBasedParenting #ParentingResources #SleepWithoutSleepTraining #SafeSleepGuidelines #BabiesAndSleep #SuddenInfantDeathPrevention #InfantSleep #ParentingTips