LEARNING TO BE GRATEFUL
Signs of Sleep Apnea Besides Snoring ‘But I Don’t Snore!’ Sleep apnea is a common breathing condition that can affect anyone, regardless of their overall health. Yet, the condition is often accompanied by stereotypes and stigmas. In fact, in the past, doctors frequently categorized sleep apnea symptoms in women as depression, often leading these patients down a dark road of misdiagnoses and treatments that did little for their condition. Many people understand that sleep apnea is common among those who snore and people who are overweight, but sleep apnea can be so much more than that. Receiving limited oxygen while you sleep can result in numerous severe symptoms. START with how you sleep. When you have sleep apnea, your brain isn’t getting enough oxygen because your airway is blocked. So, your brain tells the heart that the body needs to wake up. Because of this, instead of getting a restful sleep each night, your body is cycling through falling asleep and jolting awake. If you are restless, have insomnia, and wake up multiple times or have to use the restroom frequently throughout the night, sleep apnea may be the cause. NEXT , consider how you feel when you wake up. If you frequently have a dry mouth or sore throat in the morning, are breathless when you wake up, experience morning headaches, or feel lethargic, your body may be signaling that it is not getting enough oxygen while you sleep. FINALLY , think about how you live each day. Are you struggling with moodiness, irritability, or depression? Do you have trouble concentrating, struggle to remember regular tasks and duties, and live with erectile dysfunction? Do you need a nap just to get through the day? Sleep apnea may be the cause. If you or a loved one is living with any of these symptoms, a sleep test can determine if sleep apnea may be to blame for your daily struggles. At H. Charles Jelinek, Jr., DDS, our experts can help you find a diagnosis and treatment options that fit into your life. Learn more by visiting NorthernVirginiaDental.com or calling 703-584-5996.
SOME WAYS TO HELP CHILDREN APPRECIATE THEIR TEACHERS
Teacher Appreciation Week runs from May 6–10 this year, and there are plenty of ways students of all ages can thank their educators for everything they do. Being a teacher isn’t an easy job, and the people who make it their profession are passionate about helping kids learn. Depending on how old your child is, they may need a parent’s help in showing their appreciation. Here are a few ways parents and children can appreciate teachers together. THANK-YOU NOTES This gesture is simple and sweet and can be very thoughtful. Telling a teacher what makes them outstanding can often be just as valuable as a gift. Help your child write an appreciative note and then write one yourself. Teachers often have to maintain the happiness of students, administrators, and parents. Your card could relieve some of the stress of that balancing act and let them know that you acknowledge their efforts. A HOMEMADE MEAL Making a homemade meal (or dessert) shows teachers that you went the extra mile to appreciate their hard work. You could make a favorite dish of yours or try to find a new recipe online. Either way, encourage your child to help you with the process so that the meal is truly a gift from both of you. DONATING SCHOOL SUPPLIES Many teachers use their own money to buy school supplies for their classroom. This is just one of the ways teachers go above and beyond on a daily basis, and buying some extra school supplies can help ease that cost. Take your child shopping with you and help them pick out supplies that you know their teacher will appreciate. Your children spend several hours a day with their teachers, so fostering relationships with them is vital. Use this day to help your children understand the importance of teachers, to teach them the power of gratitude, and to encourage them to show respect for everyone who helps them in life.
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