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Karl Doghramji, MD, FAASM, DFAPA; Paul P Doghramji, MD, FAAFP

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July 11, 2024
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Sleep problems linked to unfavorable outcomes in American Indian, Alaska Native youth

Sleep problems linked to unfavorable outcomes in American Indian, Alaska Native youth

Among urban American Indian and Alaska Native youth, there was a significant link between sleeping less on weekdays and more depression and anxiety symptoms 2 years later, according to results published in JAMA Network Open.

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September 11, 2023
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Sleep habits likely play role in cognitive, neurological conditions

Sleep habits likely play role in cognitive, neurological conditions

PHILADELPHIA — Better sleep boosts quality of life and may have positive long-reaching benefits including reduction of risk for neurological disorders, according to research presented at the American Neurological Association annual meeting.

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August 31, 2023
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VIDEO: Machine learning may be effective in early detection of REM sleep behavior disorder

VIDEO: Machine learning may be effective in early detection of REM sleep behavior disorder

Machine learning may be an effective tool for screening individuals who develop REM sleep behavior disorder and subsequent neurodegenerative conditions, Yoav N. Nygate, said in this Healio video.

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May 22, 2023
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Q&A: 'Careful medication selection' key when treating depression, anxiety, sleep issues

Q&A: 'Careful medication selection' key when treating depression, anxiety, sleep issues

Zachary A. Cordner, MD, PhD, assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, spoke with Healio about the relationship between sleep and depression and anxiety.

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May 04, 2022
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VIDEO: Managing obesity and factors that influence weight gain

VIDEO: Managing obesity and factors that influence weight gain

CHICAGO — In this video, Adrienne Youdim, MD, FACP, discusses the social factors driving the rising prevalence of obesity in the United States.

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May 17, 2021
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Study in middle-aged women 'does not support' long-term use of sleep medications

Study in middle-aged women 'does not support' long-term use of sleep medications

Middle-aged women enrolled in a large retrospective cohort study reported similar rates of sleep disturbances after 1 and 2 years of starting sleep medications, according to findings published in BMJ Open.