Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Insufficient Sleep and Sleep Deprivation01:13

Insufficient Sleep and Sleep Deprivation

Insufficient sleep refers to not getting the recommended amount of sleep for optimal functioning, even if it's just slightly less than needed. Sleep insufficiency may occur due to lifestyle choices, such as staying up late for social events or work, resulting in routinely getting less sleep than required. For example, consistently sleeping 6 hours when the body needs 7-9 hours can lead to cumulative effects on health and well-being.
Sleep deprivation is a more severe form of sleep loss...
Understanding Sleep01:11

Understanding Sleep

Sleep, an essential biological state, involves significant reductions in physical activity, sensory awareness, and interaction with the environment. This complex physiological process is primarily regulated by specific brain regions, notably the hypothalamus and pons, which govern the sleep-wake cycle or circadian rhythm.
The circadian rhythm, a nearly 24-hour cycle, is deeply influenced by environmental light cues. Light exposure directly affects the hypothalamus, which in turn regulates...
Management of Insomnia01:19

Management of Insomnia

The sleep cycle, an integral part of human health, consists of several stages with distinct characteristics and functions. It begins with a transition from wakefulness to sleep, known as the light sleep phase, followed by the restorative deep sleep phase, essential for physical recovery and growth. The cycle concludes with the Rapid Eye Movement (REM) phase, characterized by high brain activity and vivid dreaming. Insomnia, a prevalent sleep disorder, involves difficulty falling asleep, staying...
Sleep Apnea01:21

Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing stops intermittently during sleep, often leading to significant health issues. Each episode can last from 10 to 20 seconds or more and is frequently accompanied by a brief arousal from sleep. This disturbance, largely unnoticed by the individual, can lead to severe daytime fatigue. Commonly, individuals seek help after being informed by their partners about loud snoring and noticeable breathing pauses during sleep.
The condition is more prevalent among...
Sleep-Wake Cycles01:24

Sleep-Wake Cycles

Sleep is an essential physiological process vital to maintaining overall well-being. The reticular activating system (RAS), a network of neurons in the brainstem, regulates wakefulness and sleep. While it may seem passive, sleep consists of distinct cycles, each with its unique characteristics and functions. Two key sleep phases are non-rapid eye movement (NREM) and  rapid eye movement (REM).
NREM Sleep
NREM sleep comprises four progressive stages that seamlessly merge:
Stages of Sleep01:22

Stages of Sleep

Sleep progresses through distinct stages, each characterized by specific brain wave patterns and physiological responses ranging from wakefulness to stages of non-rapid eye movement, known as non-REM, to rapid eye movement, referred to as REM. Understanding these stages helps in recognizing how sleep supports various bodily and cognitive functions.
Before sleep begins, in wakefulness, the brain exhibits primarily beta waves, which are high in frequency and low in amplitude, indicating alertness...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Adenotonsillectomy for Children with Mild Sleep-Disordered Breathing: Who Benefits?

Sleep·2026
Same author

Progression of mild sleep-disordered breathing in children managed with watchful waiting.

Journal of clinical sleep medicine : JCSM : official publication of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine·2026
Same author

A multilevel CPAP support strategy implemented within a large stroke clinical trial (sleep SMART).

Frontiers in sleep·2026
Same author

The role of parenting in associations of weight status with sleep duration and timing for children with mild sleep-disordered breathing.

Journal of clinical sleep medicine : JCSM : official publication of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine·2026
Same author

Sleep-Disordered Breathing Shortly After Stroke Is Not Associated With Poststroke Fatigue at 3 Months.

Neurology open access·2026
Same author

Research priorities to improve classification of sleep-wake disorders.

Journal of clinical sleep medicine : JCSM : official publication of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 2, 2026

Multi-Modal Home Sleep Monitoring in Older Adults
07:40

Multi-Modal Home Sleep Monitoring in Older Adults

Published on: January 26, 2019

Engineering better sleep.

Ronald D Chervin, Joseph W Burns

    Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing
    |April 14, 2011
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    Engineers and sleep specialists can enhance sleep disorder diagnosis and understanding. Collaboration is key to improving patient assessment and fundamental knowledge of sleep-related health impacts.

    More Related Videos

    A Chronic Sleep Fragmentation Model using Vibrating Orbital Rotor to Induce Cognitive Deficit and Anxiety-Like Behavior in Young Wild-Type Mice
    06:23

    A Chronic Sleep Fragmentation Model using Vibrating Orbital Rotor to Induce Cognitive Deficit and Anxiety-Like Behavior in Young Wild-Type Mice

    Published on: September 22, 2020

    Association Between Sleep Quality and Cognitive Symptoms in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder
    04:33

    Association Between Sleep Quality and Cognitive Symptoms in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder

    Published on: April 26, 2024

    Related Experiment Videos

    Last Updated: Jun 2, 2026

    Multi-Modal Home Sleep Monitoring in Older Adults
    07:40

    Multi-Modal Home Sleep Monitoring in Older Adults

    Published on: January 26, 2019

    A Chronic Sleep Fragmentation Model using Vibrating Orbital Rotor to Induce Cognitive Deficit and Anxiety-Like Behavior in Young Wild-Type Mice
    06:23

    A Chronic Sleep Fragmentation Model using Vibrating Orbital Rotor to Induce Cognitive Deficit and Anxiety-Like Behavior in Young Wild-Type Mice

    Published on: September 22, 2020

    Association Between Sleep Quality and Cognitive Symptoms in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder
    04:33

    Association Between Sleep Quality and Cognitive Symptoms in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder

    Published on: April 26, 2024

    Area of Science:

    • Sleep medicine
    • Biomedical engineering
    • Neuroscience

    Background:

    • Sleep medicine relies heavily on physiological monitoring techniques.
    • Multidisciplinary origins highlight the need for integrated approaches.

    Discussion:

    • Engineering and sleep specialist collaborations offer significant potential.
    • Improving diagnostic and assessment methods for sleep problems is a key goal.

    Key Insights:

    • Interdisciplinary work can advance the fundamental understanding of sleep disorder pathophysiology.
    • Addressing the adverse impacts of sleep disorders on the brain and cardiovascular system is crucial.

    Outlook:

    • Future research should focus on synergistic partnerships between engineers and clinicians.
    • Enhanced understanding and management of sleep disorders will improve overall health.