SomnusNooze Articles
News, Stories and Updates From the World of Sleep
SomnusNooze Topics: Treatments
New Research Published on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Hypersomnias
While cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has been used extensively to treat many disorders, including insomnia, until now little research has been done to develop similar treatments for IH and narcolepsy. Dr. Jason Ong, a member of the Hypersomnia... read >
Challenges to Seeking Appropriate Support for Unmet Needs in Neurological Disorders
This summary of a refereed journal article was written at the request of the HF Patient Advisory and Advocacy Council (PAAC) because of its relevance to those with hypersomnias. The findings of the Australian-based study that is the basis for the article... read >
Ask the Doctor: Can My Treating Physician Set Up an N-of-1 Trial for Me?
What is an N-of-1 trial? What is involved? Can I set up one with my treating physician? We are very honored to have Chad Ruoff, MD, a distinguished member of our Medical Advisory Board and an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the Stanford Center for... read >
In Case You Missed It! – September 2019
As autumn approaches, our schedules quickly fill up! Keep up to date with the news we’ve shared via social media with the sleep disorder community in this month’s “In Case You Missed It!” So don’t worry if you’ve missed anything – we’ve... read >
In Case You Missed It! – July 2019
Keep up to date with the news we’ve shared via social media in this month’s “In Case You Missed It!” URGENT: Health authorities warn that modafinil may cause fetal harm. CONGRATULATIONS: Dr. Caroline Maness of Emory University is the first... read >
In Case You Missed It! – May 2019
In this month’s “In Case You Missed It!”, keep up to date with news we’ve shared with the sleep disorder community via social media this past month. So don’t worry if you’ve missed anything – we’ve got you covered! CHECK OUT... read >
Research Studies Need YOU!
Have IH, narcolepsy, or a related sleep disorder? Ever wonder how you can help in the search for better treatments or even a cure? Now is your chance – a number of research studies are currently seeking participants who have IH, narcolepsy, or excessive... read >
In Case You Missed It! – March 2019
Happy March! Did you know that March is Women’s History Month? While you are celebrating all the amazing women throughout history this entire month, don’t forget that there are also lots of other fun (and offbeat) celebrations in March, including... read >
In Case You Missed It! – February 2019
Happy February! This month is full of celebrations – the Lunar New Year (it’s the Year of the Pig), Black History Month, Presidents’ Day, and the sweetest day of all – Valentine’s Day! But since February is also the shortest month, that means... read >
In Case You Missed It! – January 2019
Happy 2019! As we welcome the new year, we at the Hypersomnia Foundation have resolved to make things easier for our followers! In this month’s “In Case You Missed It!,” we highlight some of the most important news and social media posts about the... read >