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    A Good Night's Sleep
    Also available in: Spanish
    Sleep patterns change as we age, but disturbed sleep and waking up tired every day is not part of normal aging. In fact, troubled sleep may be a sign of emotional or physical disorders and something y... Details >
    National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health
    Brain Basics: Understanding Sleep
    Do you ever feel sleepy or "zone out" during the day? Do you find it hard to wake up on Monday mornings? If so, you are familiar with the powerful need for sleep. ... Details >
    National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health
    Drowsy Driving and Automobile Crashes
    This report presents results of a literature review and opinions of the Expert Panel on Driver Fatigue and Sleepiness regarding key issues involved in the problem. The report is co-sponsored by the Na... Details >
    National Center on Sleep Disorders Research, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
    Facts About Narcolepsy
    Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder with no known cause. The main characteristic of narcolepsy is excessive and overwhelming daytime sleepiness, even after adequate nighttime sleep.... Details >
    National Center on Sleep Disorders Research, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
    Find a Sleep Center
    If you are having trouble sleeping or are feeling sleepy much of the time, you may have a sleep disorder. This page lists by state, sleep centers or labs accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Me... Details >
    American Academy of Sleep Medicine
    Garfield Star Sleeper Web Site
    Sleep related contests and fun activities for children and useful information for parents. This web site represents part of a five-year educational initiative to reach young children, their parents, t... Details >
    National Center on Sleep Disorders Research, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
    Garfield's Games for Star Sleepers
    Kids can have fun with these word games and quizzes while learning about why a good night's sleep can make them healthier and safer.... Details >
    National Center on Sleep Disorders Research, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
    Garfield's Star Sleeper Fun Pad
    Kids ages 7-11can download Garfield's Star Sleeper Fun Pad with 48 pages of games, puzzles, and lots of fun. Get the facts about sleep and how it can help you do your best!... Details >
    National Center on Sleep Disorders Research, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
    Problem Sleepiness in Your Patient
    This booklet, designed for primary care physicians, provides an overview of problem sleepiness, its consequences, causes, identification, and management. Also discusses how other medical conditions, d... Details >
    National Center on Sleep Disorders Research, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
    Sleep Changes in Older Adults
    Answers to questions about the sleep patterns of the elderly -- including sleep changes; restless legs syndrome; sleep apnea; and solutions to sleeping better.... Details >
    American Academy of Family Physicians
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    American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    American Academy of Sleep Medicine
    American Association for Respiratory Care
    Association of Polysomnographic Technologists
    Better Sleep Council
    Narcolepsy Network
    National Center on Sleep Disorders Research, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
    National Sleep Foundation
    Stanford Center for Narcolepsy
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