#reading a health article on sleep deprivation

[simplyghosting]

“It takes 4 days to recover from an hour of lost sleep.” Great! I can recover from mine in aboooooouuuut 80 years 💕

[camgoloud]

who else up feeling the soul-numbing empty hopelessness for absolutely no reason this friday night

[waitmyturtles]

I LOVE 4 MINUTES.

I love it! GAAAAAHHH, I love it. While Be On Cloud’s KinnPorsche was so BL-referential, I just love this juicy Dr. Sammon-mystery genre that takes us out of trope-land. Queer murder mysteries, my beloved.

I have no theories, per se, about where I think this show is going, but I am going to jot down some observations for my own posterity and memory. After reading some theories on Twitter (including one that Dr. Sammon herself retweeted), I went back and fast-forwarded through all the episodes so far, so here are my notes (and these VERY WELL may have been repeated in the tag, so I apologize if I’m just pooping what we’re already assuming here).

1) This Twitter account noted that Tonkla saw his cat in episode 1, after what-we-assume-to-be present-day boing with Korn. Tonkla sees this AFTER Korn rushed off after getting off the phone. After this week’s episode, we seem to be informed that said cat had died in the past.

We also know that Tonkla has a habit of lighting up after sex and during times of duress.

There might be more than just tobacco in those cigarettes he’s lighting up, I’m not sure, but we also know he hits the shabu, pipe-wise.

Besides Great being in what I assume to be, and what I call, a fever-state, or better phrased, a cardiac episode, I am assuming that Tonkla is transcending his own lines of reality through drug use.

1a) [(A quick aside: I just wanna say that I will be VERY. CURIOUS. as to how Tonkla’s drug use is positioned alongside his predilections for unprotected sex, and if I think there will be public health commentary in this. Drug use is, of course, generally not recommended by medical professionals, and at the same time, it’s a culturally important element of many facets of queer culture that many physicians who work with LGBTQ+ patients are trained to be aware of; for example, using poppers to ease the process of preparing for intercourse. I don’t know if the show means to indicate that Tonkla, vis à vis being on PrEP and meth at the same time, is an automatically unsafe person…but he also might be a murderer… so yeah, I will be curious about this underlying public health messaging.)]

1b) (Speaking of public health, yo, we needed those Durex bottles in episode 4, YOWCH.) (😬) (ANYWAY.)

2) So, speaking of Great and Tonkla living in their own realities, I also want to posit that Tyme has created his own sense of delirium by literally not sleeping.

Homeboy is on his shifts, he’s working out, he’s solving mysteries, he’s kicking literal ass, he’s investigating and courting Great, he’s following Korn. He’s doing a lot! We haven’t caught him sleeping yet, again, literally.

I wonder if this may be Dr. Sammon commenting on the culture of insanely long shifts for doctors, which impacts their mental and physical well-being. We’ve also separately learned that Tyme is driven by revenge, and by a need to support his grandma and save Nan. But how can he do all of that, if he’s physically depriving himself of the ability to rest? I don’t know if this is going to go anywhere, but I do notice the camera work, whenever Tyme is scrubbing out of a shift, re-centering from a tilt, which makes me wonder about what these shots are telling us about his mental state (and we saw comparable camera work when Tonkla thought he saw Dome).

(I’m also not forgetting that the show shows him stabbed at the very start of the series, and I’m constantly wondering about that.)

3) Finally, I want to offer that Korn, Great, and Tyme are not out. At least for Great and Tyme, does that contribute to a delirium mindset (and maybe even Korn, too) by way of the stress of holding in secrets? (Please note that this linked article is from 2004 and does not have fully updated terminology.)

I don’t know if this theory holds for Great, because a popular theory for him at the start of the series was that he may not have realized he was gay until he met Tyme. I don’t know that I saw that in my very-fast rewatch except for his surprised looks during the stitches moment in the hospital. Great’s comfort with Tyme in the car after the claw machines makes me think he knew more about his sexuality, and his physical separation from his family at the dinner table in episode 1 also makes me wonder if he realized his preferences were always going to separate him from his nuclear family. I’m not sure, but I’m chewing on this.

4) So, where I’m gonna go entering into episode 5 is that there isn’t a centered or accurate “present day” for anyone….mayyyybe except for Korn, who is certainly living his own fever dream of being stuck in a reeeeeeally bad job, but maybe isn’t being subjected to mental delirious psychoses (just, you know, the general stress of hating your work thoroughly). But I could be wrong there, too, because we know that Korn is driven by greed, filial piety, and a desire to take over the family business. So maybe that’s creating a delirium of his own, one that takes him away from his boyfriend for weeks at a time.

4a) (By the way, isn’t it interesting that we are not seeing NC scenes with Korn and Fasai? I know, I know, Be On Cloud does queer/BL content, but. I think it’d be interesting if the show ran the gamut of intimacy. Just a thought.)

Anyway! This show is so good, it’s making me babble. I absolutely love it, and it is the comeback that Bible Wichapas deserves.

[redd956]

Sleep Disorders & Dreams References I Refer To

@mmaurysiek was curios about some of the refences I have on nightmares, dreams, and lucid dreaming. I decided to make a post including some of my favorite here.

Nightmare Disorder

Nightmare Disorder is a parasomnia, which is a type of sleeping disorder that disrupts your sleep or make your sleep restless through unconscious activity.

The interesting thing about parasomnias is you have one at a severe rate, it's only a matter of time before you end up developing more via sleep deprivation. This is what makes major parasomnias like Nightmare Disorder and Sleep Terrors so painful. It just becomes a cycle.

Some important factors about Nightmare Disorder the needs to be known is-

There are variants

There are many origins, but the full idea of how Nightmare Disorder happens is unknown

Not everyone has Nightmare Disorder forever, but some do

Now to my links

This is a really good link that goes in to the variety of Nightmare Disorder and more modern up to date information we have about the disorder.

This next link goes specifically into how PTSD induced nightmares work. It's important to understand that the categorization of dreams themselves is complex. Someone can have nightmare disorder, and not always have PTSD nightmares.

A final link on Nightmare Disorder that I'll give is a scholarly article, which is of course tedious to read through, but if anyone is into that stuff here it is...

Lucid Dreaming

When it comes to lucid dreaming I remember one of my favorite Youtubers has an amazing video on it

What is lucid dreaming? It's a type of dreaming where the dreamer is somewhat self aware they're sleeping, and gain control of the dream.

Lucid dreaming is both a little more complicated and a little more simple than we can understand. The science of dreams is still mostly unknown. We have a plethora of theories about how they work, spirituality behind them, and especially why the hell we dream in the first place.

The existence of lucid dreams makes things a little bit more complicated.

Lucid Dreams come in many variations. By what we understand right now, not everyone is even capable of achieving the most stereotypical lucid dream, like me. The weirdest part about lucid dreams, it's trainable, like learning how to whistle.

Health benefits and cautions comes with lucid dreams.

Vivid Dreams

Oh vivid dreams, often times interesting and bizarre, and upsetting when dressed up as nightmares. It isn't actually regular to have frequent vivid dreams, but it is normal to see them occasionally. Don't worry if you do get them very often, they're only a worry if they're interrupting your sleep or daytime mood.

I would include more parasomnias and sleep disorders in this post, but I'll probs do them in a future posts

[wesraconteur]

Both TMA and TMAGP are PSAs about sleep health

This feels like such a stretch even to me but let me explain oki (be prepared this is kinda a long post

So it’s finals week where I’m at, and I had to make an article about sleep health for a highschool (which you can read here if you like) but it got me thinking and connecting some dots.

In TMA 167, we learn a bit about Gertrude’s assistants. One of them, Fiona Law, was able to survive for quite a while because the Fears don’t care much for people who aren’t conscious enough to be afraid. This isn’t the only example of this, as MAG086 also shows that when the victim was asleep, he wasn’t injured or even touched (the blanket never did anything, but falling asleep did the trick).

Now, I take notes on TMA and TMAGP and I haven’t written anything down on whether or not it’s canon that Jon doesn’t get sleep. But, considering how much work he does, we can probably assume he isn’t getting the recommended 7 hour minimum. And during season 2, at the peak of his paranoia and overwork, he’s obviously not doing well.

Now, what about TMAGP? I don’t have much evidence yet, even with the statement-like things we already have, but here’s the thing. Not a lot of people have mentioned that Sam and co. are working the night shift. So if something bad happens to them, and I can find a way to link it to this silly thesis of mine, you best bet I’ll be coming back to this post. There’s scientific evidence that working night shifts can be pretty bad for you if not done correctly, and once I find proof that Sam or Alice or whoever isn’t doing their night shift health practices, I will be a menace and this fandom will never get rid of me.

Ok that’s enough of my bonkers sleep deprived (oops) essay. Can you tell I’ve gone insane

[ralphlanyon]

i was going through my notes and found an old write-up from 2020 of modern au headcanons for "the charioteer" characters during covid-19 quarantine (back when "how would fandom X characters handle quarantine?" was a tumblr trend). apparently this was how i was coping with the stress of peak corona times, lol. anyway finally publishing this, three years later!

laurie: his introverted homebody ass is THRIVING in social isolation and wfh. no more awkwardly dodging party invites from people he hates, being dragged to nightclubs, or having to see his stepfather. he gets to stay home all day with ralph and their dog and finish all the books he meant to read, and he is LOVING it. receives a lot of requests to show off his dog during his work zoom meetings.

ralph: is Doing His Duty by staying home on furlough but also going completely stir-crazy. tries to stay sane by feverishly working on dozens of home improvement projects and cleaning the house several times. basically the epitome of that ben wyatt “do you think a depressed person could do THIS???” meme. has gotten into numerous arguments with people at the supermarket who refuse to wear masks or are hoarding enormous supplies of toilet paper (one of these ends up going viral).

andrew: is very sad about being separated from the rest of his religious community now that the churches are closed, but tries to keep a positive outlook on things. shares a lot of resources online about how to help out and staying in touch with one’s faith during “unprecedented times.”

alec: overworked and sleep-deprived nhs junior doctor directly taking care of covid-19 patients. hasn’t physically seen most of his friends or family in months. writes lengthy screeds on social media decrying the dearth of ppe for health care workers and ranting about politics. frequently gets into online fights with strangers who think coronavirus isn’t a big deal. sends ralph unsolicited articles about self-care and mental health tips during a pandemic that ralph pointedly ignores.

sandy: also overworked and sleep-deprived, but much better at concealing it online than alec. has a popular medical instagram where he posts selfies of him and alec with lots of hashtags. obsessively binge-watches cooking videos on youtube in his spare time.

bunny: an essential retail worker who brings this fact up constantly in conversation. secretly flouting social distancing guidelines on his off days to go to parties and hook-up with men on grindr. has the most aesthetically pleasing cloth masks but can’t bother to wear them properly.

[lifelonghealth9]

The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Your Body

Hello Bloggers, Welcome to Lifelong Health Blog. In this article, we come to know about The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Your Body. When a person doesn’t get the recommended quantity of sleep, they develop sleep deprivation. Worldwide, it is estimated that sleep deprivation affects people, and its prevalence has increased recently. The term “sleep deficit” is more general. How we feel and think is directly impacted by sleep deprivation. Even one night without enough sleep can cause us to feel sleepy, irritable, and have slow thinking during the day. Read more

[dolleminas]

hi, my doctor has given me a tentative diagnosis of pcos and the only info I can find about it online that doesn't relate to getting pregnant is your Tumblr post. do you have any sources for the stuff about fatigue, vitamin D deficiency, etc being super common in pcos? cos I've dealt with those forever too. things are clicking into place but also with the way the NHS is I don't know if there's much point confirming the diagnosis (it's only diagnosed with transvaginal ultrasound :c) because the only treatment offered seems to be birth control and fertility treatment.

Good afternoon, nonny. Thanks for reaching out to me! And congratulations on getting a (albeit tentative) diagnosis. I know it might not seem positive, but now you know what you have and what can be done about it. At least, that is how I felt.

When I first made that post I never expected so many women to add their own experiences, talk of their their shock, their anger... or just admit that they had been diagnosed for years but that I somehow taught them things they never knew.

It's been an experience and a half. But I'm very glad that I can spread information and if that helps you, even better.

First of all, to diagnose PCOS, you need to fit 2/3 criteria of the Rotterdam concensus. Irregular periods, higher testosterone, and 12 or more follicles on your ovaries each. So, even without a hormone test you can usually tell whether someone has PCOS. Even so, I would still recommend asking for a hormone test if your health insurance covers it.

Sources

I tried looking up an English source for you since you mentioned NHS. Do keep in mind that women's healthcare is really not researched well and that there will be sources and information that will contradict one another. Here is one such article about the Rotterdam concensus.

As you can see they also mention the insulin resistance in this article, IBS, and fatigue, among other things.

Here is another one.

Here is some information about Insulin resistance in women with PCOS.

And here is some about depression.

You specifically asked for vitamin D so here is a study.

And another.

And one about fatigue.

I will however stress that these are all scientific sources and we all know that it can sometimes be biased, and again, not researched properly. My advice would always be to listen to women who have PCOS before listening to a medical source (no matter how professional it looks.)

My Own Experiences & Tips

I've not been diagnosed with PCOS long, but I have been quite thrown into studying it because it pissed me off interested me so much, and by researching (and reading a lot) here are some things that helped me, and I hope they can help you too.

Vitamin deficiencies are common in women with PCOS, especially Vitamin D. What I do is drink a glass of orange juice every morning with Vitamin D supplements. I take Solgar liquid vitamin drops, but depending on where you live they might have something of a different brand. Remember; take it during a meal.

Carbs make your sugar spike, so try to swap out some high-carb foods for lower carb. This way I have managed to lose weight, and this is often recommended for women with PCOS. And if you have a tendency for disordered eating, this will (generally) be easier than counting calories and going on a diet. After going low-carb my blood sugar level (which was high before) went down to regular levels and according to my doctor, I am now no longer immediately in danger of developing Diabetes Type 2.

Exercise! Especially weight-lifting, since it is mentioned it gives you more energy. Since starting myself, I have also noticed a difference. Here is a link for at home work-outs. Taking daily walks is also recommended for your exposure to sunlight and to help depression and anxiety.

Keep a diary of your symptoms. I have a word document with my own diary, so if anyone is interested I will be posting it. Just send me a message :)

Besides this, you do not need to go on birth control if you do not want to. My gynocologist said to me that once every three months you need to have your period. Women with PCOS can have a period 4 times a year, and that is enough! If you get your period less, then you can take progesteron pills for 7 days, and it will start your period. Again; you only need to use them for 7 days. You could do this four times a year and that would be all. Then again I am not a gynocologist so do talk about this with your doctor.

Another thing is that the fatigue could also very well be a side-effect of low vitamin D, B12, and low iron. My advice would be to get tested monthly if you can, and then try to balance your vitamins and see if this improves your fatigue.

And last but no least I recommend Meals She Eats. I made a post about it before, but even if you ignore everything else that is said (they are a bit woo-woo about organic foods and sugars) they still are very informative about the menstrual cycle. If for any reason you are unable to get your hands on the book do reach out to me in my DM's and I can help you.

If there is anything else I forgot I will reblog this and add more information, and I also will request others do too! The more we learn about PCOS and our cycle, the better.

I hope you have a nice day, anon. And I apologise if it took me a while to get to this ask!

[thepringlesofblood]

hot take: 80-90% of the plot of Fight Club wouldn’t’ve happened if the doctor he saw at the beginning gave him literally any support for his crippling insomnia.

like ik it was the 80s so they didnt know as much about sleep as we do now, but fr like the doctor dismisses him so easily like he couldn’t’ve told him about melatonin? sleep hygiene tips? diphenhydramine? anything? or at least referred him to someone?

sleep deprivation is some real fucked up shit (see: the rest of the book/movie). obvs our protagonist had some underlying mental health issues going on, but almost all of the symptoms described in the book and movie can be traced back to sleep deprivation.

more ramblings below the cut

tldr hallucinations are totally possible as a side effect of long-term sleep deprivation. along w a bunch of other stuff.

initially, symptoms tend to be things like fatigue, irritability, brainfog, minor memory issues, etc. all stuff the narrator is struggling with at the beginning. but only after the inciting incident (marla appearing at the support groups, thus interrupting the narrator’s coping mechanism for insomnia, thus worsening his sleep deprivation) does he begin to see Tyler.

hallucinations are a symptom of prolonged sleep deprivation. clearly the guy has some other issues that informed those hallucinations, but Tyler only shows up after the narrator starts to lose sleep again. reckless behavior, memory loss, disorientation, microsleeps, lack of impulse control - these are all symptoms of profound sleep deprivation and things the narrator exhibits often throughout the story.

plus, “microsleeps” are a separate thing from fatigue - it’s literally falling asleep for a short period of time on your feet, or at a desk, while you’re doing your day-to-day stuff. exactly like the montage of ‘i wake up at flagstaff. i wake up at___’ in the book, or the airport montage in the movie.

we know that Tyler starts taking the reins once the narrator does get to sleep, meaning that even if the narrator thinks that he’s getting sleep, the body he’s in does not, feeding into the hallucinations, reckless behavior, etc. 

the longest a person has survived without (any) sleep is like. a little over a week. it only takes a few days for hallucinations to start, as well as psychosis and paranoia. near the end of the movie the narrator hears a rumor that Tyler Durden only sleeps an hour a night. long term (not years - months) that will absolutely kill you - if not from organ failure, then from doing literally anything kind of dangerous (e.g. driving a car, walking down a busy street). it is WILD that the narrator survives this whole thing, and not just because of the whole Project Mayhem thing.

I know this is not the point of the book or movie. but as a chronic insomnia sufferer it really bugged me.

sources

https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleep-deprivation

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Insomnia

https://www.healthline.com/health/healthy-sleep/how-long-can-you-go-without-sleep

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324799#long-term-effects

tbh I read a lot of books about insomnia as a child and now do not remember the names of them. these are just the sources I could find quickly.

[beautifuldg]

The Real Secrets to Losing Weight: diet and exercise aren't enough

Do you want to know the real secrets to losing weight? Chances are, you've heard the same advice over and over again: diet and exercise. But there's more to losing weight than simply eating right and exercising regularly. In this blog post, we'll look at the real secrets to losing weight that many people overlook. We'll talk about how to identify and address underlying health issues, lifestyle changes that can make a big difference, and strategies for maintaining a healthy weight in the long run. Read on to learn the real secrets to losing weight and getting on track with your health goals!

What Really Causes Weight Gain?

Gaining weight is a complex process, and there are many factors that contribute to it. The key to successful weight loss is understanding what causes weight gain in the first place.

For starters, diet and exercise are major contributors to weight gain. Eating too many calories or failing to burn enough through physical activity can lead to excess weight over time.

 In addition, sleep deprivation can be a significant factor when it comes to gaining weight. Studies have found that those who don’t get enough restful sleep may gain more fat and have difficulty losing weight.

Stress is another important factor in weight gain. The body's stress response triggers hormones such as cortisol and insulin, which can slow metabolism and cause us to store fat rather than burn it. Long-term stress can also lead to unhealthy eating habits and cravings for junk food.

Hormones play a huge role in weight gain, as they are largely responsible for regulating metabolism. An imbalance of hormones, including thyroid hormones, testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone, can cause an increase in body fat. Other hormones such as ghrelin and leptin can also influence appetite and hunger levels, leading to weight gain.

Genetics also plays a role in how much someone weighs. Our genetic makeup determines our risk for certain health conditions, including obesity.

 Age can also be a factor in weight gain, as metabolism tends to slow down with age.

By understanding what really causes weight gain, we can make better decisions about our diet, exercise, and lifestyle habits to support successful long-term weight loss.

READ THE ARTICLE AND MORE ABOUT WEIGHT LOSS TIPS

[nsk96]

I'm getting a sneaking suspicion that my preceptor is punishing me idk. Their anger issues aside, for the final project, I could choose between doing a "patient case" or a "journal club article." I didn't want to do a patient case since I know it would take me much longer (keeping in mind we have other assignments on top of assignments I have due for school), and I would have to stay on site to complete it since I don't have access to patient info at home.

Patient profiles are faster to go through for someone who is experienced with it (e.g., my preceptor). However, the journal club requires them to read the article in order to properly grade me. It's more work for my preceptor, and they are probably not happy about it since they are very busy.

I showed them my progress, and then they told me that I need to reformat it, that the template my school gave me to use was too "confusing". They then gave me an example of someone else's template and now I'm confused. I have to readjust to this new template and address all their commentary of edits I need to make and things I need to add. On top of having to now read through previous studies related to this journal club, and being still confused about the currently used treatment options.

This subject is my weakest and honestly I think choosing this rotation was a mistake. I haven't had any time to study for NAPLEX, midyear is in 2 weeks and I haven't even had the chance to create my list of residency programs. I have like 3 programs on my list. I haven't even started packing for the trip yet. I haven't finished my application. Nor have I had the chance to ask for recommendations. I am fucked.

and my health is so bad right now. For example: this week I had to stay up 48 hours, and last week it was over 72 hours...just to keep up with the work. I'm so sleep deprived I have to play I-spy games to stay awake when driving. I can hardly stay awake while I do these assignments which also adds on to why it takes me so long to complete. Can't focus if you're so sleepy, your brain starts coming up with incoherent thoughts while you're awake. It's funny, I thought the brain only did that when you're sleeping or falling asleep. And getting heart palpitations and flutters because of the sleep deprivation. Then getting heartburn, which because of the heart concerns, I have to now question if I'm getting a heart attack. Good thing my rotation is at a hospital, right?

For someone who is interested in this subject, the workload in this rotation is fine, but for someone like me who lacks the baseline knowledge to perform well on this rotation, it's a struggle to keep up. Barely surviving.

[lashastabell]

Overcoming Sleep Deprivation: Strategies for Better Rest and Health

Sleep is an essential component of a healthy and balanced life, yet many people struggle with Overcome Sleep Deprivation. Whether due to work, stress, lifestyle habits, or medical conditions, insufficient sleep can have severe consequences for physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This article explores the effects of sleep deprivation and offers actionable strategies to overcome it.

What is Sleep Deprivation?

Sleep deprivation occurs when a person consistently gets less sleep than their body needs to function optimally. While individual sleep requirements vary, most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Chronic sleep deprivation can lead to fatigue, mood disturbances, weakened immunity, and even long-term health risks like heart disease and diabetes.

The Impact of Sleep Deprivation

Cognitive Impairment: Sleep deprivation affects memory, concentration, and decision-making. Tasks that require attention and precision become more challenging.

Physical Health Risks: It weakens the immune system, increases the risk of obesity, and is linked to cardiovascular issues.

Mental Health Problems: Sleep deprivation is associated with anxiety, depression, and irritability, creating a vicious cycle where stress further disrupts sleep.

Reduced Productivity: Poor sleep leads to lower energy levels and diminished focus, impacting work performance and daily tasks.

Practical Strategies to Overcome Sleep Deprivation

If you’re struggling with insufficient sleep, consider implementing these strategies:

Establish a Consistent Sleep Schedule

Going to bed and waking up at the same time every day helps regulate your body’s internal clock, making it easier to fall asleep and wake up naturally.

Create a Sleep-Friendly Environment

Your bedroom should be a sanctuary for rest. Keep it dark, quiet, and cool. Consider using blackout curtains, white noise machines, or fans to enhance comfort.

Limit Stimulants and Screen Time

Caffeine, nicotine, and blue light from screens can interfere with your ability to fall asleep. Avoid consuming stimulants after late afternoon and limit screen exposure at least an hour before bedtime.

Develop a Bedtime Routine

Engage in calming activities like reading, meditating, or taking a warm bath before bed. These rituals signal your body that it’s time to wind down.

Manage Stress

Stress and anxiety often disrupt sleep. Incorporating relaxation techniques, such as mindfulness or deep breathing exercises, can help alleviate stress and promote better rest.

Exercise Regularly

Physical activity improves sleep quality by helping regulate your circadian rhythm. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise most days, but avoid vigorous workouts close to bedtime.

Avoid Heavy Meals and Alcohol Before Bed

Large meals and alcohol can disrupt your sleep cycle. Instead, opt for a light snack if you’re hungry before bed.

Seek Professional Help When Needed

If sleep deprivation persists despite your efforts, consult a healthcare provider. Sleep disorders such as insomnia or sleep apnea may require medical intervention.

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[nodyallo]

Ikhrael is indeed a terrorist state

Its soldiers

Its doctors

And its people/settlers

All are deranged land usurpers

أطباء الصها-ينة اللى شافوا وفحصوا المصابين فى 7 أكتوبر جالهم أمر صريح بعدم التواصل مع أى منظمة حقوقية أو انسانية.

أطباء متواطئون يخدمون أجندة إخوانهم الجنود القتلة، لا يقلوا عن اخوانهم في شيء، إخوانهم يقتلون بأيديهم وهم يقتلون بصمتهم وتواطؤهم.

في مقاله، في أغسطس 2011، المعنون "كيف تسفه انتهاكات حقوق الانسان من المهنية الطبية" يقول ليونارد س. روبنشتين: "في العموم، فإن أعضاء المجتمع الطبي لم يفهموا الصلة بين انتهاكات حقوق الإنسان وهتك المهنية. فعادة ما ينظر للانتهاكات على أنها جزء من طبيعة المهنة. وحتى عندما يلاحظ الأطباء المشكلة فإنهم يشعرون بانعدام القدرة على اتخاذ أي فعل تجاهها. وبالرغم من ذلك فلا نقص المعرفة ولا إحساس نقص القدرة على تغيير السياسات يعفى الأطباء كأفراد من التصرف. فعليهم أن يثقفوا أنفسهم بخصوص العلاقة بين حقوق الانسان والمهنية، حتى يتمكنوا من التعرف على المشكلة، وتجنب التواطؤ، والتصرف وفقاً لقيمهم والتزاماتهم".

ويضيف: "ولكن لا تزال المسؤولية الأساسية هنا على عاتق المؤسسات التي تمثل الصوت الجمعي للمجتمع الطبي، فتجمعات المهنيين الطبيين يجب أن تعمل على الدفاع عن المهنية وحقوق الانسان".

والمثال اللى ذكره هنا مثال لا ينكره أحد: تواطؤ الأطباء العسكريين مع المخابرات الأمريكية واستخدامهم لمهاراتهم الطبية لتطبيق إجراءات عزل وحرمان السجناء من النوم وتقييدهم في أوضاع مؤلمة أو اغراقهم بالماء بغرض تعذيبهم.

Israeli doctors tending to the injured after 7th of October are forced to not share information with international human rights bodies.

Those so-called doctors are currently serving the agenda of their fellow murderers by hiding the truth. The truth about the numbers of the injured or killed, their state when they got them, and their assessment of how they were injured, who attacked them and possibly their identities.

In his article for the "Open society foundations org", reading "How Human Rights Violations Undermine Medical Professionalism" in August 2011, Leonard S. Rubenstein says: "Members of the medical community have generally not understood the connection between human rights violations and the compromise of professionalism. Often, the violations are seen as part of the landscape of practice. Even when clinicians do appreciate the problem, they often feel powerless to do anything about them. But neither lack of knowledge nor perceived lack of ability to change the policies excuse individual clinicians from action. They need to educate themselves about the relationship between human rights and professionalism so they can recognize the problem, avoid complicity, and advocate on behalf of their values and obligations".

He adds: "Still, the principal responsibility here lies with organizations that represent the collective voice of the medical community. Associations of health professionals should act to defend professionalism and human rights".

He also mentions a good example of how evil doctors can be. He says: "The record of CIA and military of health professionals in contributing their medical skills and professional opinions to support the use of isolation, sleep deprivation, shackling in extremely painful positions, and even waterboarding of detainees is now well known. The behavior of the doctors, psychologists and other health professionals who engaged in these practices constitutes a gross breach of professional responsibilities as well a violation of human rights".

He calls such practices by governments; state-sponsored violations of human rights, and recognizes this as a way to undermine medical professionalism in day-to-day clinical practice.

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Sleep Regulation: Neurobiology of the Suprachiasmatic Nucleus by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz on EUPHORIA, Medium

He explains how the brain regulates circadian rhythms and whether a literal “clock” exists within it in simple terms based on experience and research.

Sleep is the cornerstone of human and organismal well-being, highlighted in my previous health and cognitive function stories. Without sleep, rest, and downtime, the brain’s vitality wanes. Nonetheless, in our contemporary era, there is a trend where some people shun sleep, resorting to alertness aids in pursuit of heightened productivity. I have compassion for millions of people who experience sleep deprivation, as I also struggled with it, causing severe health issues in my younger years.

Various neurotransmitters, such as glutamate and GABA, and neuropeptides, like vasopressin and vasoactive intestinal peptide, play essential roles in SCN function. These neurotransmitters help regulate the timing and coordination of SCN activity.

The retinohypothalamic tract (RHT) receives direct inputs from light-sensitive ganglion cells in the retina. It secretes glutamate into the core VIP regions of the SCN, regulating circadian rhythmicity.

Another neurotransmitter, pituitary adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide (PACAP), found in retinal ganglion cells, helps relay light information and enhances glutamate’s action on the SCN.

The geniculohypothalamic tract (GHT) provides a secondary, indirect photic input mediated by various stimuli. In the SCN, GHT and RHT overlap in their innervation. GHT neurotransmitters include neuropeptide Y (NPY), GABA, and enkephalin (ENK).

You can read this insightful and comprehensive article via the link below if you want to improve your sleep.

He also simplified it in a new story:

Nuances of SCN, Circadian Rhythm, and Awareness of Key Biochemicals for Sleep Regulation

Understanding our body’s internal clock related to environmental factors (light/darkness) & the impact of hormones and neurotransmitters is critical to having a restful night’s sleep.

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Sleep Regulation: Neurobiology of the Suprachiasmatic Nucleus by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz on EUPHORIA, Medium

He explains how the brain regulates circadian rhythms and whether a literal “clock” exists within it in simple terms based on experience and research.

Sleep is the cornerstone of human and organismal well-being, highlighted in my previous health and cognitive function stories. Without sleep, rest, and downtime, the brain’s vitality wanes. Nonetheless, in our contemporary era, there is a trend where some people shun sleep, resorting to alertness aids in pursuit of heightened productivity. I have compassion for millions of people who experience sleep deprivation, as I also struggled with it, causing severe health issues in my younger years.

Various neurotransmitters, such as glutamate and GABA, and neuropeptides, like vasopressin and vasoactive intestinal peptide, play essential roles in SCN function. These neurotransmitters help regulate the timing and coordination of SCN activity.

The retinohypothalamic tract (RHT) receives direct inputs from light-sensitive ganglion cells in the retina. It secretes glutamate into the core VIP regions of the SCN, regulating circadian rhythmicity.

Another neurotransmitter, pituitary adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide (PACAP), found in retinal ganglion cells, helps relay light information and enhances glutamate’s action on the SCN.

The geniculohypothalamic tract (GHT) provides a secondary, indirect photic input mediated by various stimuli. In the SCN, GHT and RHT overlap in their innervation. GHT neurotransmitters include neuropeptide Y (NPY), GABA, and enkephalin (ENK).

You can read this insightful and comprehensive article via the link below if you want to improve your sleep.

He also simplified it in a new story:

Nuances of SCN, Circadian Rhythm, and Awareness of Key Biochemicals for Sleep Regulation

Understanding our body’s internal clock related to environmental factors (light/darkness) & the impact of hormones and neurotransmitters is critical to having a restful night’s sleep.

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Shocking Truth: 3 Ways Your Morning Coffee Ritual Could be Secretly Sabotaging Your Health - Discover How to Fix it Now!

Title: “Unveiling the Truth: 3 Ways Your Morning Coffee Ritual Could be Undermining Your Health – Here’s How to Rectify it!” Subheading: The Hidden Hazards of Your Morning Brew Your morning cup of Joe might be the fuel that kickstarts your day, but have you ever pondered its potential health implications? The shocking truth is that your beloved morning coffee ritual could be secretly sabotaging your health in three significant ways. 1. Disrupted Sleep Patterns Firstly, caffeine is a powerful stimulant that can interfere with your sleep patterns. Consuming coffee, particularly in large amounts or late in the day, can lead to insomnia or fragmented sleep. Sleep deprivation has been linked to various health issues, including obesity, heart disease, and depression. 2. Increased Anxiety Levels Secondly, while a cup of coffee may enhance focus and productivity, it can also heighten anxiety levels. Caffeine stimulates the release of adrenaline, the ‘fight-or-flight’ hormone, which can cause jitteriness, restlessness, and even panic attacks in susceptible individuals. 3. Acid Reflux and Digestive Issues Lastly, coffee can trigger acid reflux and other digestive issues. It stimulates the secretion of gastric acid, which can lead to heartburn or upset stomach, especially if consumed on an empty stomach. Subheading: Transforming Your Coffee Habit for Better Health Now that you’re aware of these potential pitfalls, let’s explore how to fix them and ensure your coffee habit supports rather than sabotages your health. 1. Mind Your Timing To prevent sleep disturbances, pay attention to when you drink coffee. Limit your caffeine intake to the early part of the day, ideally before 2 p.m., to allow your body ample time to process the caffeine before bedtime. 2. Moderate Your Intake To keep anxiety at bay, moderate your coffee consumption. The FDA recommends a maximum of 400mg of caffeine per day, equivalent to about four 8-ounce cups of coffee. Listen to your body and adjust your intake if you notice symptoms of caffeine overload like jitteriness or rapid heartbeat. 3. Pair with a Healthy Snack To mitigate potential digestive issues, never drink coffee on an empty stomach. Pairing your morning brew with a healthy snack or breakfast can help buffer the acid and prevent heartburn. Subheading: The Power of Balance Your morning coffee ritual doesn’t have to be a health hazard. By understanding the potential pitfalls and making a few strategic tweaks, you can continue to enjoy your daily brew without compromising your well-being. In conclusion, while coffee has its benefits, it’s crucial to consume it responsibly. By minding your timing, moderating your intake, and pairing your coffee with a nutritious snack, you can transform your morning coffee ritual into a health-enhancing habit. Remember, balance is key, and with these practical strategies, you can ensure your love for coffee aligns with your commitment to good health. Read the full article