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The startle reflex is a brainstem reflectory reaction (reflex) that serves to protect vulnerable parts, such as the back of the neck (whole-body startle) and the eyes (eyeblink) and facilitates escape from sudden stimuli. It is found across many different species, throughout all stages of life. A variety of responses may occur depending on the ...
The underlying mechanism involves the nervous system slowing the heart rate and dilating blood vessels, resulting in low blood pressure and thus not enough blood flow to the brain. [2] Diagnosis is based on the symptoms after ruling out other possible causes. [3] Recovery from a reflex syncope episode happens without specific treatment. [2]
Specialty. Psychiatry. Rhythmic movement disorder ( RMD) is a neurological disorder characterized by repetitive movements of large muscle groups immediately before and during sleep often involving the head and neck. It was independently described first in 1905 by Zappert as jactatio capitis nocturna and by Cruchet as rhythmie du sommeil. [1]
Not getting enough sleep is the equivalent of being drunk. One researcher found only getting five hours of sleep a night or pulling an all-nighter is the same as drinking four or more drinks. You ...
While you can catch up from a night or two of poor sleep by resuming your routine for the next few nights, Atwood says, chronic sleep deprivation, lasting for months or years, can lead to "lasting ...
The Soundcore Sleep A10 earbuds tuck away inside your ear canals, where they're comfortable even for side-sleepers. But the product has problems, unfortunately. (Photo: Rick Broida/Yahoo)
Rapid eye movement behavior disorder occurs when there is a loss of normal voluntary muscle atonia during REM sleep resulting in motor behavior in response to dream content. It can be caused by adverse reactions to certain drugs or during drug withdrawal; however, it is most often associated with the elderly and in those with neurodegenerative ...
Gamaldo said settling your stomach can help your body adjust more quickly overall and help you feel less tired throughout your journey. “One of the things that can help with your gut is ...