All articles tagged with #parasomnia
Sleep-related eating disorder (SRED) is a rare parasomnia causing individuals to cook and eat while asleep, often with no recollection. Triggered by factors like stress, medications, and sleep deprivation, SRED poses risks such as injuries and poor nutrition. Experts recommend sleep evaluations and safety measures to manage the condition.
Sleep-related eating disorder (SRED) is a rare parasomnia causing individuals to cook and eat while asleep, often with no recollection. Triggered by factors like stress, medications, and sleep deprivation, SRED poses risks such as injuries and poor nutrition. Treatment includes addressing sleep disorders, improving sleep habits, and implementing safety measures.
Exploding Head Syndrome (EHS) is a mysterious sleep disorder characterized by loud, sudden noises experienced during the transition from wakefulness to sleep. While the condition is harmless and typically lasts less than a second, it can be distressing for those who experience it. Research into EHS is ongoing, with experts attributing it to neuronal misfiring as the brain shuts down awake-time sensory activity. Despite being named in the 19th century, the cause of these auditory hallucinations remains a mystery, and many affected individuals do not seek medical advice due to embarrassment or lack of awareness.