American Academy of Sleep Medicine

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Ever wake up feeling confused, foggy, or unsure where you are—even though you’re technically awake? 😵‍💫 You may have experienced a confusional arousal. These brief episodes happen when the brain doesn’t fully transition out of deep sleep, so thinking, speech, and awareness can be slowed or unclear. To others, you may look awake, but you’re not fully alert. They’re most common in children but can also occur in adults, especially with sleep deprivation, irregular schedules, or other sleep disorders. While usually harmless and short-lived, frequent episodes are worth paying attention to. 👉 Visit our website to learn more and find a sleep specialist who can help: hubs.la/Q04gGzpX0

Only one month until we’re reunited at #SLEEP2026. ✨ We can’t wait for the conversations, collaborations, new research, and moments that make this week so special for the sleep and circadian community. Tag someone you’re excited to see in Baltimore — or tell us what you’re looking forward to most! 👇 Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time to join us: hubs.la/Q04gDh-p0

Stress, anxiety, and depression don’t just affect your mental health — they can take a serious toll on your sleep, too. 💤 When your mind is overwhelmed, restful sleep can feel out of reach. But small changes, support, and healthy sleep habits can make a difference. This Mental Health Awareness Month, prioritize your sleep like you would any other part of your health. If sleep problems persist, talk to a sleep doctor or mental health professional. 💙🧡 Learn more here: hubs.la/Q04gppMf0

⭐ Speaker Spotlight ⭐ How can data science and informatics help advance personalized care for obstructive sleep apnea? Hear from invited lecturer Diego Mazzotti, PhD, at SLEEP 2026 as he explores the role of informatics, data science, and sleep medicine in addressing OSA heterogeneity in “Bridging Informatics, Data Science, and Sleep Medicine towards Addressing OSA Heterogeneity.” 🗓️ Wednesday, June 17 | 1:00–2:00 p.m. 👉 Register now: hubs.ly/Q04gj78B0

🎙️ In this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes David Messerschmitt, a retired computer and signal processing engineer, and Stuart Crisp, a retired process control engineer and educator, to discuss patient-facing open-source PAP platforms and how informed users leverage detailed data to optimize their sleep apnea treatment. 💡 🎧 Stream now: hubs.ly/Q04gjmQq0

⏰ Time is running out to register for tomorrow’s webinar on women and central disorders of hypersomnolence. Too many women with CDH are overlooked or misdiagnosed — join leading experts on May 13 at 1 p.m. EDT for a timely discussion on diagnostic blind spots, pregnancy and menopause considerations, and strategies to improve care. Don’t wait to save your spot. 🔗 Register now: hubs.la/Q04ggn-L0

Moms, daughters, caregivers, friends — women’s sleep deserves more attention. 💙🧡 Research shows that women’s sleep is different from men’s, and it can change throughout life due to factors like puberty, pregnancy, menopause, stress, caregiving responsibilities, and more. Yet too often, women’s sleep struggles are brushed aside as “just part of life.” This Mother’s Day weekend, take a moment to check in on the women in your life — and on your own sleep health, too. Prioritizing sleep isn’t selfish; it’s essential. Learn more here: hubs.la/Q04g0s9R0 #MothersDay #SleepHealth #WomensHealth #SleepMedicine

If your search history looks like: “Why am I always tired?” “Why do I wake up exhausted?” “Why can’t I sleep well?” 😴 …it may be time to stop guessing and talk to a sleep expert. Sleep centers can help diagnose and treat sleep apnea, insomnia, snoring, and other sleep disorders with personalized care designed to help you sleep — and feel — better. Your path to better sleep could be one search away. 💤 Find an accredited sleep center near you today 🔗 hubs.la/Q04g0jkd0

This Mother’s Day weekend, check in with the moms in your life and ask how they’re really sleeping. 💙🧡 Women’s sleep is influenced by so many factors throughout life — from hormonal changes and pregnancy to caregiving responsibilities, stress, and menopause. And too often, sleep struggles are brushed aside as “normal.” But poor sleep shouldn’t just be accepted. Healthy sleep is an important part of overall health and well-being. Take a moment to encourage the women in your life (and yourself!) to prioritize rest, recovery, and sleep health. And if sleep problems persist, talk to a sleep doctor to get the help and support you deserve. #MothersDay #SleepHealth #WomensHealth #SleepMedicine

OpenAI unveiled ChatGPT for Clinicians, a version of ChatGPT designed to support clinical tasks like documentation and medical research. The AI tool is free for any verified physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or pharmacist. 🔗 Learn more here: hubs.la/Q04f_QR90

A new innovation in sleep medicine is gaining momentum. Bairitone Health has received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for Somnar — a non-invasive, skin-mounted “sleep sonar” sensor patch powered by AI analysis technology designed to map anatomy during sleep and help identify the root cause of airway obstruction. Learn more here: hubs.la/Q04fKBlt0

New clinical guidance is now available for the treatment of chronic insomnia disorder in adults. This new guideline provides recommendations for combination treatment approaches that start cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) alongside pharmacotherapy concurrently — helping support evidence-based decision-making in insomnia care. Read the open-access resource in JCSM: hubs.la/Q04fVb_w0

The AASM is joining leading medical organizations in calling for stronger enforcement of the No Surprises Act and improvements to its implementation. Together with the AMA and dozens of national medical specialty societies, we’re advocating for a more transparent, fair process that better protects physicians and patients alike. Read more about the joint letter and the concerns raised to federal agencies here: hubs.la/Q04fJPvV0

Congratulations to Kannan Ramar, MD, on being named the 2026 recipient of the Editorial Excellence Award! This honor recognizes the exceptional contributions of an associate editor to the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine and celebrates continued excellence in advancing sleep medicine research and scholarship. 🎉 Learn more here: hubs.la/Q04fJB5j0

⭐ Speaker Spotlight ⭐ How do circadian rhythms shape mental health—and what happens when they’re disrupted? Hear from invited lecturer Colleen McClung, PhD, at SLEEP 2026 as she explores the connection between circadian biology and psychiatric disorders in “Circadian Rhythms in Psychiatric Disorders.” 🗓️ Wednesday, June 17 | 1:00–2:00 p.m. 👉 Register now: hubs.la/Q04fhD830

🟠 Join us on May 19 at 1 PM EDT for a discussion on how a transparent, supportive accreditation process can help sleep programs improve care while streamlining the path to accreditation. Whether you’re pursuing accreditation, expanding to additional sites, or looking to maximize your current status, this session will offer practical guidance and real-world insights. 🎤 Featuring Kristina Paprocki, AASM Accreditation Operations Manager, and Tonya Ford, Director of Patient Care Services at Sentara Healthcare. 🔗 Register now: hubs.la/Q04fv7_p0

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month, making it an important time to highlight the connection between sleep health and mental well-being. Sleep and mental health are deeply interconnected—when sleep is disrupted or insufficient, it can affect mood, emotional regulation, stress resilience, and overall psychological well-being. Prioritizing healthy sleep is not just about feeling rested—it’s a key part of supporting mental health. Addressing sleep concerns can be an essential step in improving mental health outcomes and supporting overall quality of life. If sleep issues persist, consider seeking guidance from a sleep professional to help identify underlying causes and explore evidence-based treatment options. 🔗 hubs.la/Q04fkKHJ0

Is your teen staying up past midnight and sleeping in late? That habit might be doing more than making mornings rough. 💡 A new study from Penn State College of Medicine found that teens who keep later bedtimes and wake times were more likely to consume more calories, snack more, and be less physically active. 😴 🔎Learn more here: hubs.la/Q04fhhKQ0

Sleep difficulties are common—and sleep aids are widely used. In 2024, 15.4% of U.S. adults reported trouble falling asleep most days or every day in the past 30 days. Because inadequate sleep is linked to both physical and mental health impacts, many adults turn to a range of sleep aids, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, supplements, and sometimes marijuana or CBD products. A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explores how sleep aid use varies by age and sex among U.S. adults. Read more: hubs.la/Q04f8jrS0