FAQ - REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
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Is there a sleep disorder and/or a solution for someone who never gets REM sleep?


I have taken several overnight sleep studies and I spend either NO time or very little time in stage 4 or REM sleep. I want to know if this is why I am so tired everyday. I also want to know if this is a specific disorder and if so what is the treatment?
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What did the doctors who gave you the sleep studies say???  (+ info)

Is it possible to receive SSI benefits for REM sleep disorder?


I've been known to run full out into walls when I'm asleep and even kickbox like I used to be able to in my twenties. On many occasions I've needed medical attention. I never awaken feeling rested and sometimes wake up with cuts, bruises and spinal injuries.
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You should ask your doctor about his. It is hard to get SSI at all, and about 80% of applicants are turned down right away anyways. Right now it takes about 2 years at least to get an application read, so then after they might deny your claim, you can fight it which takes even longer. If you are thinking about applying then talk to you doctor and see how much medical evidence you have to help your claim and see if you think it's worth the wait or if you'd rather spend the time trying to fix or treat your condition.  (+ info)

do you think i have rem behavior disorder?


it stared like over two weeks ago where i would be a sleep and trying to do sexal things with her than she would push my hand way than i would wake up realize what is going on and i would stop that happen to times. but last nigth i put on hand over her month when we were sleeping and she push my hand a way agsain and i woke up realize what is goin on! im really scared to sleep again her!!! and i think i aM DOING CRAZY!!!? PLZ HELP ME!! do u think this means i have rapid movement behavior disorder?
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is REM sleep/lucidity relevant to predestine behavior or connected to the pop of frontal lobes?


just out of curiosity?
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I think it depends on the individual.  (+ info)

what is your reaction about the sleep disorder called insomnia? reactions abt the effect in human behavior?


i need it ASAP. the deadline is tom! PLS HELP
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you should do your homework yourself
there is google, wikipedia and all the other links once you key insomnia
into google
good luck, if you try a little harder you will be ok  (+ info)

REM sleep behaviour disorder, anyone?? please!?


im 99% sure i hae this, does anyone have any experience, is it easy to deal with, did it improve etc?
do you have to go through tests and what not?
and can it be controlled so you sleep normally? as im going on the navy an im scared if i get diagnosed with this, i wont get in, but is it a good idea to see a doctor about it, or can i be fine with nothing done about it?

thanks!
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What other REM sleep disorders are there besides REM Behavioral Disorder?


I've been from doctor to doctor and we're still working on what on Earth is wrong with me - I'm having increased fatigue, by now it can be called exhaustion. I can't concentrate, at times I can barely lift my arms or walk, and sometimes I find myself slurring my words I'm so tired. I had a sleep study done and they found that I have more REM sleep than normal and the onset is much quicker. Rather than having increasing time periods of REM sleep, mine are uniform and last a long time. My sleep specialist has ruled out narcolepsy because the onset is not severe enough, but says that the information indicates only that I am very tired, though of course this is something to continue looking into. I literally need 15 hours of sleep in a 24 hour period to function properly, while only a couple years ago I needed about 7. When I search around online for sleep disorders having to do with REM, the only thing that I find is REM Behavioral Disorder, having to do with a lack of REM, and as a result acting out the dream. I do not have that.
What other disorders are there that either result in exhaustion and an increase in REM sleep or just the latter?
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Sleep disorders are classified into three major categories:
1-lack of sleep (e.g., insomnia),
2-disturbed sleep (e.g., sleep apnea, REM sleep behavior disorder, restless leg syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder),
3- excessive sleep (e.g., narcolepsy).

You are suffering from Disturbed Sleep Disorder.
a-sleep apnea,(called obstructive sleep apnea) Sleep apnea is interrupted breathing during sleep.

b-REM sleep behavior disorder,REM sleep behavior disorder causes disruptions in the brain during REM sleep.

c-restless leg syndrome.RLS is a genetic disorder resulting in prickly or tingling sensations in the leg that cause patients to want to move their legs. It often results in insomnia. PLMD causes jerking in the legs or arms that occurs frequently during resting or sleeping. Jerking may occur as many as 3 times in a minute and each jerk can wake the patient.

d-periodic limb movement disorder.Periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD) are common sleep disorders, especially in the elderly.

I suffer from 2 Sleep disorders since I was a child: sleep apnea(obstructive sleep apnea) and restless leg syndrome(RLS).Like you,I am always very tired.
Do something before it get worse! People like us who have sleep disorders are at increased risk for heart disease and stroke.

There is help,ask your doctor.  (+ info)

Anyone have a REM sleep disorder, or a form of narcolepsy?


For over a year I've been tired every day, no matter how much sleep I get, no matter whether I exercise and eat healthy or not. I was on ritalin then adderall and they have hardly any affect on me. I also need a lot more caffeine than the average person to get any energy from it. Two years ago, I was so sensitive to even the smallest amounts of caffeine that it would cause a panic attack (which I don't get anymore). I have countless, extremely vivid dreams every time I fall asleep, even if I doze off for 5 minutes & someone wakes me up, I'll have already started dreaming. I know you aren't supposed to enter REM sleep until after about 90 minutes of non-REM sleep. I also sometimes have the 'paralyzed' feeling for a short time after waking, but I don't fall asleep in random places. Do you think there's a chance I have a sleep disorder? Is there any treatment available for something like this?
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If your sleep is constantly interrupted you can dream without going through the proper sleep cycles. Ever hear of polyphasic sleep? Steve Pavlina tried it and documented it. You go without sleep for 4 hours and then nap for 20-30 minutes. He claimed he would have the most vivid dreams! http://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2005/10/polyphasic-sleep/

I have narcolepsy. If I fall asleep for short periods like you I also dream. I've been told dreams are highly individual and that the REM guidelines are merely just that: guidelines. I think it's wonderful you have such incredible dreams every time you sleep!

The other things which you described however do sound familiar to me. You may want to speak to your doctor about a referral to a specialist. I tried adderall but didn't like it. Caffeine? Haha, no. Finally I tried Modafinil (also known as Provigil or Modalert) and it worked like a charm! I am alert and functioning as normal. http://www.provigil.com/
This is typically prescribed for those with narcolepsy, excessive daytime sleepiness, and sleep disorders.

I asked the question the other day of where to get it (now that I don't have insurance) and I was told to try this site: http://www.goodhealthpharmacy.com/new/catalog/product_info.php?ref=40&products_id=618&affiliate_banner_id=1

I was well impressed by their prices and service. 100 tabs of 100mg for $93 is CHEAP for Provigil!!!

Another trick of mine: yerba mate. Wakes you up without all the nasty effects of caffeine. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mate_%28beverage%29
I hope one of these helps you!!!  (+ info)

a sleep disorder characterized by sudden and unpredictable lapses into REM sleep is called?


it would be narcolepsy, sleep apnea is when you don't go into rem sleep at night and you are tired all the time and sometimes fall asleep. but when it is sudden and unpredictable lapses into complete rem sleep it is narcolepsy.  (+ info)

Does sleep talking only happen during REM? What does it mean if someone talks in his/her sleep a lot?


I apparently talk in my sleep a lot, and it's not long after I fall asleep. Does that mean I'm entering REM quickly?

I'm being evaluated for a sleep disorder and have a sleep study scheduled for like 3 weeks from now.
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My brother, and his son, both talk in their sleep. It happens all night long, so it's not just in the REM state. It's not too uncommon, but it is a sign you're not getting enough proper sleep.  (+ info)

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