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

Sleep-Wake Cycles01:24

Sleep-Wake Cycles

3.1K
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:
3.1K
Sleepwalking and Sleep Talking01:17

Sleepwalking and Sleep Talking

1.2K
Somnambulism, commonly known as sleepwalking, involves individuals engaging in activities ranging from simple walking to more complex behaviors such as driving. Sleepwalking typically occurs during the slow-wave sleep stages 3 and 4 early in the night when the person is not dreaming, contradicting the myth that sleepwalkers are acting out their dreams.
Factors that increase the likelihood of sleepwalking include sleep deprivation and alcohol consumption. Contrary to common beliefs, it is safe...
1.2K
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder01:15

REM Sleep Behavior Disorder

2.1K
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD) is a sleep disorder characterized by the absence of muscle paralysis that normally occurs during the REM phase of sleep. This absence allows individuals to physically act out their dreams, which are often vivid and disturbing. Common behaviors exhibited during episodes include kicking, punching, and yelling. These actions can be dangerous, potentially leading to injuries for the person with RBD or their bed partner.
RBD is significantly associated with...
2.1K
Insomnia01:27

Insomnia

549
Insomnia is a prevalent sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, frequent awakenings during the night, and waking up too early without being able to return to sleep. People with insomnia often experience these disruptions at least three nights a week for at least one month. Chronic insomnia, which lasts for at least three months, can lead to increased anxiety, which in turn can worsen sleep difficulties, creating a cycle of sleeplessness and stress.
Multiple factors contribute...
549
Insufficient Sleep and Sleep Deprivation01:13

Insufficient Sleep and Sleep Deprivation

1.0K
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...
1.0K
Narcolepsy01:07

Narcolepsy

638
Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder characterized by pervasive, uncontrolled sleepiness and other sleep disturbances. One of its hallmark symptoms is an abrupt transition to REM sleep upon falling asleep, which causes symptoms typically associated with this phase to occur unexpectedly during wakefulness. These include the following symptoms, which typically last from a minute or two to half an hour.
638

You might also read

Related Articles

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

Sort by
Same author

Intravenous levetiracetam in clinical practice--Results from an independent registry.

Seizure·2015
Same author

[Sleep medicine differential diagnostics in psychiatry and psychotherapy].

Der Nervenarzt·2013
Same author

Effects of frontal transcranial direct current stimulation on emotional state and processing in healthy humans.

Frontiers in psychiatry·2012
Same author

[Restless legs syndrome and nocturnal leg pain : Differential diagnosis and treatment].

Schmerz (Berlin, Germany)·2011
Same author

Diurnal time course of heat pain perception in healthy humans.

Neuroscience letters·2010
Same author

Intravenous levetiracetam: a new treatment alternative for refractory status epilepticus.

Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry·2009

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 28, 2026

Author Spotlight: Overcoming Challenges in Drosophila Sleep Measurement Using DAM System
05:59

Author Spotlight: Overcoming Challenges in Drosophila Sleep Measurement Using DAM System

Published on: October 20, 2023

3.2K

[Sleep and its disorders in the elderly].

S Happe1

  • 1Institut für Klinische Neurophysiologie, Klinikum Bremen-Ost, Lehrkrankenhaus der Universität Göttingen, Züricher Strasse 40, Bremen, Germany. shappe@gwdg.de

Bundesgesundheitsblatt, Gesundheitsforschung, Gesundheitsschutz
|November 26, 2011
PubMed
Summary

Restorative sleep is crucial for health and quality of life, especially in older adults. Strategies to improve sleep in the elderly include treating underlying conditions and considering non-pharmacological options.

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

6.2K
Multi-Modal Home Sleep Monitoring in Older Adults
07:40

Multi-Modal Home Sleep Monitoring in Older Adults

Published on: January 26, 2019

8.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 28, 2026

Author Spotlight: Overcoming Challenges in Drosophila Sleep Measurement Using DAM System
05:59

Author Spotlight: Overcoming Challenges in Drosophila Sleep Measurement Using DAM System

Published on: October 20, 2023

3.2K
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

6.2K
Multi-Modal Home Sleep Monitoring in Older Adults
07:40

Multi-Modal Home Sleep Monitoring in Older Adults

Published on: January 26, 2019

8.3K

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Sleep Medicine

Context:

  • Sleep quality significantly impacts health and quality of life.
  • Sleep disturbances are more prevalent in individuals over 75 years old.

Purpose:

  • To identify factors affecting sleep quality in the elderly.
  • To propose strategies for improving sleep in older adults.

Summary:

  • Sleep quality is linked to age, gender, inactivity, social dissatisfaction, depression, pain, sedative use, genetics, and overall health.
  • Effective sleep improvement strategies involve treating medical and mental health issues, addressing social factors, utilizing non-pharmacological therapies like light therapy, and judicious short-term use of sleep medication.

Impact:

  • Highlights the multifactorial nature of sleep disorders in the elderly.
  • Provides evidence-based recommendations for enhancing sleep quality and health outcomes in aging populations.