Principal Crawford+FollowPop of Color!If you know know me. Than you know my days of photography were some of my happiest. Just out for an insomniacs walk after work Sunday, enjoying the first crisp tease of fall air. I photographed this planted cinder block. Just because. No filters. No extras. Just hanging out with me in natures waiting room. #NaturePhotography #MyOutdoorMoment #Insomnia #MorningWindDown #Walks #Color.vs.#Colour #Gorgeous #Jacksonville #Illinois893Share
maria25+FollowYour Brain on Insomnia: What’s Really HappeningEver wondered why insomnia feels like your brain just won’t shut off? New research found that people with insomnia have disrupted connections in the parts of the brain that process sensory info. Basically, their brains are on high alert, making it harder to switch from awake to asleep. The wild part? The more active certain brain regions are, the worse the sleep and mood. It’s not just in your head—your brain’s wiring might be keeping you up! #Health #BodyHealth #Insomnia50Share
Harold Sosa+FollowWhy You Keep Waking Up at 3amEver find yourself wide awake at 3am, staring at the ceiling? Turns out, it’s not just bad luck—sleep docs say it’s the #1 complaint they hear! From sneaky afternoon caffeine to that glass of wine with dinner, there are a bunch of culprits messing with your shut-eye. Pro tip: keep your room cool, cut heavy meals late, and try some chill-out routines before bed. Chronic insomnia is real, but you can totally tackle it with the right tweaks (and maybe some pro help). #SleepProblems #Insomnia #SleepTips #Wellness #Health10425Share
Jennifer Vargas+FollowInsomnia, Anxiety & Depression: Same Brain Loop?Ever wondered why insomnia, anxiety, and depression seem to tag-team your brain? Scientists just found that these three actually share a lot of the same brain circuits! They’re like different pieces of the same puzzle, each with its own quirks but all connected. This could explain why treating one sometimes helps the others—and why symptoms keep coming back. The hope? Better, more targeted treatments for all three. Mind = blown! #MentalHealth #BrainScience #Insomnia #Anxiety #Depression #Neuroscience #Health00Share
Courtney Williams+FollowLong COVID Messing With Your Sleep?Turns out, sleep issues like insomnia and sleep apnea are super common after COVID—and researchers at University of Arizona are on it. They’re running a study to figure out why so many people can’t shake off brain fog, fatigue, and restless nights after getting sick. They’re even offering at-home sleep tests and trying out melatonin and light therapy. If you’ve had COVID and your sleep’s been wrecked ever since, you might be able to join their trial! #LongCOVID #SleepProblems #HealthNews #Insomnia #Research #Health51Share
Jennifer Vargas+FollowSleep Meds May Backfire for SeniorsTurns out those sleep meds might be doing more harm than good for older adults! A new study found that seniors who use sleep medication—or just have more insomnia—are way more likely to develop disabilities over time. Even upping sleep meds from 'never' to 'every night' can raise your risk by 20%! Docs say it’s better to talk to your doctor and try natural fixes like cognitive behavioral therapy before reaching for a pill. Wild, right? #SleepHealth #Insomnia #AgingWell #HealthNews #WellnessTips #Health280Share
