Background and Objective Physical activity is important for maintaining the physical and mental health. Evidence on the optimal time of physical activity (morning vs. evening) is conflicting. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of morning vs. evening physical activity on sleep quality and psychological well-being among healthy adults in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methods A descriptive correlational design was used to achieve the purpose of this study. Data were anonymously collected using a structured online questionnaire comprising a modified version of the International Physical Act ..read more

Narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are distinct neurobiological conditions characterized by overlapping symptoms, including excessive daytime sleepiness and cognitive dysfunction. Despite their differences in etiology and pathophysiology, recent studies have highlighted a potential association between the two disorders, with a significant prevalence of ADHD symptoms observed in narcolepsy patients. This narrative review explores the similarities and differences between narcolepsy and ADHD, focusing on their shared symptomatology, neurobiological mechanisms, challeng ..read more

Background and Objective Sleep disturbances among medical students, including insufficient sleep duration and poor sleep quality, are prevalent issues with potential repercussions on mental health. Methods The study evaluated the Vietnamese version of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) to assess sleep quality and investigated the correlation between the results of the PSQI and Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) scales in health sciences students. Results We conducted this cross-sectional study at the School of Medicine, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City, involving 906 medi ..read more

Background and Objective This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of acoustic pharyngometry by examining the data before and after adenotonsillectomy in children with sleepdisordered breathing (SDB). Methods This prospective, observational study included 29 children (M/F = 17/12, age = 8.69 ..read more

Background and Objective The study aimed to investigate the sleep quality of type 2 diabetic patients with and without foot ulcers, to determine whether there was a difference in sleep quality between them, and to examine the effect of diabetic foot ulcers on sleep quality. Methods Our prospective cross-sectional study was conducted between April and September 2021 at the Family Medicine Diabetes Clinic and Diabetic Foot Clinic of the hospital. A total of 146 patients were included in the study, of whom 64 had foot ulcers and 82 did not, and met the inclusion criteria. The patients were admini ..read more

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Background and Objective The prevalence of sleep-disordered breathing is extremely high, yet it is largely ignored. Significant adverse medical and psychological outcomes are associated with sleep-related respiratory disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Treatment and an early diagnosis will aid in averting additional severe consequences. Our study aimed to assess prevalence of OSA among 6?9-year-old children in Visnagar. Methods The approval of the school authorities and ethics committee was received. A sample size of 455 was determined. Clinical inspection was used to determine ..read more

Background and Objective The COVID-19 pandemic has been linked to an increase in psychological distress and mental disorders worldwide. The objectives of this study were to investigate the correlates of psychological distress during the COVID-19 pandemic and explore whether the relationship between stress and psychological distress was mediated by cognitive emotion regulation strategies and sleep. Methods Four hundred ninety-six university students completed the Mental Health Inventory, the Insomnia Scale, the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire, and the Perceived Stress Scale. Results ..read more

Snoring is a sound that results from vibrations of soft tissues in the narrowed upper airway during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a disease entity that must be properly treated. Snoring, which is also considered a symptom of the spectrum of sleep-related breathing disorders, is often overlooked. Although many studies have been conducted on genetic risk factors related to OSA, studies focusing on snoring are limited. Here, we reviewed the literature regarding the influence of genetics on snoring. Initial studies on the influence of genetics on snoring were based on twin and familial s ..read more

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