If you’re struggling throughout the day with feelings of exhaustion, lethargy, depression, anxiety, and even morning headaches, you may suspect a disorder like sleep apnea is to blame. But before you can get diagnosed, your doctor or sleep dentist will likely ask you to provide some valuable information about your day and nighttime habits. Known as a sleep diary, this useful data helps determine whether something may be amiss about your rest cycle and could even lead to an official sleep study. Here’s a closer look at the benefits of tracking this information, and what exactly you need to record.
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