Sleep Disorder Health Center

What is insomnia? Insomnia is a common sleep problem that can affect your quality of life. People with insomnia have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. They may wake up during the night or wake up too early the next morning. Your sleep problems may come and go, or they…

What is the body clock? The body's "biological clock," or 24-hour cycle (circadian rhythm ), can be affected by light or darkness, which can make the body think it is time to sleep or wake up. The 24-hour body clock controls functions such as: Sleeping and waking. Body temperature. The…

If your restless legs symptoms are mild, you may be able to get a good night's sleep most nights by making some changes in your lifestyle. Make sure to follow these general sleep tips: During the day: Don't drink liquids that have caffeine (coffee, tea, some sodas), especially 4 to…

Continuous positive airway pressure therapy (CPAP) uses a machine to help a person who has obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) breathe more easily during sleep. A CPAP machine increases air pressure in your throat so that your airway does not collapse when you breathe in. When you use CPAP, your bed…

Generic Name Brand Name modafinil Provigil armodafinil Nuvigil Modafinil or armodafinil is taken as a pill to decrease sleepiness during the day.