Articles for tag: Circadian Rhythms

Karla News

The Benefits of Exercise in the Morning

The number one excuse for not sticking to an exercise routine is lack of time and energy. For that reason, getting up in the morning to exercise is a good way to maintain a routine. Waking up early, time and energy may sound like an oxymoron, but there are a number of benefits to starting ...

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Sleep Deprivation a Progressive Problem

Sleep deprivation is a problem for an increasing number of Americans in this 24 hour a day world. Some people do not get enough sleep because they have a sleep disorder, such as sleep apnea, but many people tend to stay up too many hours during their work or school week, thinking they can make ...

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Coping with Night Work, Third Shift Exhaustion

In 25 years of marriage, my husband has worked nights half that time. Third shift workers face added overstress compared to those who work during the day. In 2011, the American Psychological Association listed concerns: “restlessness, sleepiness on the job, fatigue, decreased attention and disruption of the body’s metabolic process.” These affect safety, physical and ...