Sleep Apnea and Morning Anxiety...Hi All! Wondering if anyone struggles with "morning anxiety" that they feel might be related to their OSA and/or if anyone has had a medical professional make a connection between...reactions4repliesHealthcare TeamMental HealthCoping
Trouble falling asleep ...I'm having problems getting to sleep with my nasal mask. I'm not dealing well with the forced exhale. My sleep tech lowered my exhale pressure, it helps some but now...reactions2replies
Camping With Your PAP Machine...Many people are like my dad; he loves to go out camping. Yet as a CPAP user, he has to haul his PAP and supplies with him when he goes...reactionscomments
Sleep Apnea Surgery: Afraid of Pain Killers?...When I had my sleep apnea surgery, my adenoids, tonsils, and uvula were taken out. Needless to say, my throat felt pretty torn up for a while. The doctor prescribed...reactions1comment
Mask issues...Hi All! I have been using the nasal cushion mask. I have only been using it 2 days. I just don't feel like it working. I don't feel like it...reactions4replies
Bipap machine...It worked great now there is a horrible smell, nose burns and runs, head clogs as if it were filled with cotton. It was brand new and water tank has...reactions1replyCPAPTips & Advice
Nighttime Routines...If you are like me, you are someone who enjoys routines. Before my sleep apnea diagnosis, I was someone who always watched TV in bed before I fell asleep. Most...reactions1comment
Have Congestion? Don’t Avoid CPAP… Use It...When cold season hits, the inconvenience of dealing with viral symptoms can be magnified if you use PAP therapy. Avoiding your therapy won’t help. You still need your PAP, even...reactionscomments
IBreeze cpap ...Finally got one that works. Hopefully almost mastered this smartmed. Hoping It does all the things for me as promised. Woke up this morning tired and sleepy. Mask fit and...reactions1replyTreatment
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...Mental health includes how you think, feel, and act. It can fall on a spectrum and vary for each person. You may have questions about mental health conditions, treatment options...
Suicide Prevention...If you or someone you know is in crisis or considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or use the...
Complementary and Integrative Health...Complementary therapies and an integrative health approach are often used to treat mental health conditions. Complementary therapies include nontraditional therapies – such as acupuncture, meditation, and yoga – that are...
Coping With Mental Health: Medications...Treating mental health conditions with prescription drugs is common. About 16 percent of American adults take medicine for a mental health condition. It is not necessary to suffer in silence...
Coping With Mental Health: Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy)...Psychotherapy is also known as talk therapy, counseling, or simply therapy. Psychotherapy is used to help with a wide range of mental health conditions or challenges. Therapy sessions can be...
Mental Health Myths and Facts...There are many myths and misconceptions about mental health. Because of the stigma around mental health conditions, it is important to know the facts. This article aims to dispel these...
General Mental Health Resources...Living with a mental health condition may pose many challenges. It requires coping, finding treatment, and managing the impact of the condition on family, friendships, and work. Stigma can make...
What Is Mental Health?...Mental health is the range of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that affect your well-being and how you relate to others. Just like good physical health, good mental health is vital...
3 Tips for Traveling With Your CPAP in Checked Luggage...As I've started to use my CPAP regularly, I've had to figure out if I want to travel with the machine. It's no fun traveling with my CPAP. I hate...reactions2comments
How to Deal With 5 Common CPAP Problems...Like all electronic devices, your CPAP machine can suffer from different problems. You may have experienced some of the issues I have listed below. Here's how you can deal with...reactions4comments
Back to Office Work After One Year Working From Home...I count myself lucky to have kept working during the pandemic. In fact, when the opportunity came along, I chose to work from home. However, it was a one-year contract...reactions1comment
