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sleep-wake cycle
Also known as: sleep/wake schedules, sleep-wake cycles, sleep/wake cycle, sleep-wake rhythm
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Extent and Health Consequences of Chronic Sleep Loss and ... - NCBI ncbi.nlm.nih.gov 14 facts
referenceSzymczak, Jasinska, Pawlak, and Zwierzykowska documented annual and weekly changes in the sleep-wake rhythm of school children, as published in Sleep in 1993.
claimHemodialysis treatment may alter biological systems that regulate the sleep-wake cycle in patients with end-stage renal disease.
claimVarious medical disorders and diseases, ranging from the common cold to cancer, frequently alter an individual’s sleep-wake cycle, often due to pain or infection associated with the primary condition.
claimWeyerbrock et al. (1996) investigated the effects of light and chronotherapy on human circadian rhythms, specifically examining cytokines, cortisol, growth hormone, and the sleep-wake cycle in patients with delayed sleep phase syndrome.
claimNumerous behavioral and pharmacological interventions are available to treat iatrogenically induced problems with the sleep-wake cycle.
claimThe optimal sleep duration for adolescents is approximately 9 hours per night, based on research regarding alertness, sleep-wake cycles, hormones, and circadian rhythms.
claimCancer treatments, including chemotherapy, biotherapy, radiotherapy, and medications, can have adverse effects on the regulation of the sleep-wake cycle.
claimManagement of sleep problems often focuses on alleviating pain or improving sleep quality because the interaction between pain and the brain circuitry responsible for regulating the sleep-wake cycle is not well understood.
claimSleep patterns are affected by abnormalities caused by neurodegeneration in brain regions involved in regulating the sleep-wake cycle.
referenceReid and Zee (2005) authored a chapter on circadian disorders of the sleep-wake cycle in the book 'Principles and Practice of Sleep Medicine'.
referenceJanz D examined the relationship between grand mal epilepsies and the sleeping-waking cycle in a 1962 study published in Epilepsia.
claimWhile it is accepted that immune system activity affects an individual's sleep-wake cycle, the specific mechanisms of interaction between the immune system and sleep systems remain poorly understood.
claimIndividuals who suffer from narcolepsy with cataplexy typically carry the haplotype HLA-DQB1*0602 and experience severe neuronal loss in brain regions responsible for regulating the sleep-wake cycle.
claimFungal and parasitic infections can alter the human sleep-wake cycle.
Short- and long-term health consequences of sleep disruption dovepress.com May 19, 2017 3 facts
claimCircadian rhythms are daily rhythms of physiology and behavior that control the sleep-wake cycle.
claimChronic persistent insomnia is associated with increased secretion of adrenocorticotropic hormone and cortisol throughout a 24-hour sleep–wake cycle.
claimThe two-process model of sleep regulation describes the interplay between the sleep-promoting process (process S) and the maintenance of wakefulness system (process C), which shift throughout the day to regulate the sleep–wake cycle.
The Profound Interplay Between Sleep and Cognitive Function creyos.com Aug 14, 2025 3 facts
referenceDisturbances to the natural sleep-wake cycle can disrupt memory consolidation and cognitive restoration processes, leading to significant cognitive impairment, according to Reddy et al. (2023).
procedureEstablishing a regular sleep-wake cycle by going to bed and waking up at consistent times, even on weekends, helps to regulate the body's natural circadian rhythm, making it easier to fall asleep and wake up refreshed.
procedureIndividuals can improve their sleep quality and quantity by following these recommendations: establishing a regular sleep-wake cycle, creating a conducive sleep environment, limiting stimulants and alcohol, incorporating regular physical activity, managing stress, and addressing sleep disorders.
Conflicting States of Consciousness: Exploring Psilocin and Sleep psychedelicreview.com May 25, 2022 2 facts
claimThomas posits that understanding the interaction between psychedelics and sleep may help determine the optimal timing of a psychedelic experience within the sleep-wake cycle, such as whether morning or evening administration provides more lasting benefits.
quote“Our best understanding of psychedelic mechanism of action in mental disorders is anchored in synaptic plasticity, and synaptic plasticity is regulated by the sleep-wake cycle.”
Sleep in Disorders of Consciousness: A Brief Overview on a Still ... pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Feb 7, 2023 1 fact
claimThe review article titled 'Sleep in Disorders of Consciousness: A Brief Overview on a Still ...' aims to investigate the anatomo-physiological basis of the sleep/wake cycle, as well as the main sleep patterns and sleep disorders in patients with disorders of consciousness.
Experts recommend 7-8 hours of sleep for better brain health sph.unc.edu Jan 31, 2017 1 fact
claimThe Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) consensus statement asserts that the sleep-wake cycle is influenced by many factors and that maintaining a regular sleep-wake schedule is related to better sleep and better brain health.
Why Sleep Is Important for Brain Health - American Brain Foundation americanbrainfoundation.org Mar 16, 2022 1 fact
claimHuman retinas contain receptors that process different wavelengths of light from both sunlight and artificial sources, which influences sleep-wake cycles, circadian rhythms, metabolism, and energy levels.
[PDF] PSYCHOPATHOLOGY HANDBOOK - NCRTM ncrtm.ed.gov 1 fact
claimAltered sleep is defined as any disruption of the normative 24-hour sleep-wake cycle, which includes conditions such as insomnia, hypersomnia, early morning awakening, and night terrors.
Exploring “lucid sleep” and altered states of consciousness using ... philosophymindscience.org Jan 7, 2025 1 fact
referenceThe study 'The REM cycle in altered sleep/wake schedules' by Moses, J., Naitoh, P., & Johnson, L. C. was published in Psychophysiology in 1978 (Volume 15, issue 6, pages 569–575).
Which hormones are present in men + women? - MITOcare mitocare.de 1 fact
claimMelatonin is a hormone that regulates the body's sleep-wake cycle and induces feelings of tiredness in the evening.
How much sleep do you actually need? - Harvard Health health.harvard.edu Oct 30, 2023 1 fact
claimThe circadian rhythm, which regulates the sleep-wake cycle and other bodily functions, can naturally become disrupted as people age, leading to less time spent in restorative slow-wave sleep.