Sleep Apnea & Your Relationship

How Your Snoring Strains Your Relationship

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Snoring is known as the third leading cause of divorce in America. The loud nuisance can create tension between many couples and oftentimes leads to sleeping in separate rooms. It can also be a sign of a serious sleep disorder, like sleep apnea, which can affect the sufferer’s sleep quality, mood, and sex life.
For those who sleep with someone who snores or has sleep apnea, their ability to sleep is also affected. This can generate resentment towards the other partner and create issues that are most likely caused by their lack of sleep, and over time, this hostility can lead to complete separation.
Don’t let your snoring come in between you and your loved one. Begin by taking a Sleep Apnea Assessment that can help clarify your symptoms and get you the right treatment for your condition.

Sleep Apnea Can Ruin Intimacy

Sleep apnea can be a huge reason for the lack of intimacy between you and your partner. The disorder can completely take over your sexual desire and stop you from wanting to be affectionate in your relationship.
Aside from a decline in your sex drive, sleep apnea can also cause women to suffer from sexual dysfunction and men to suffer from erectile dysfunction, as well as a drop in testosterone levels. Testosterone levels are at their peak when you sleep and they’ll naturally decline when you don’t receive enough sleep, so this can be the main cause for your loss of libido.
You shouldn’t allow your sleep disorder to control your love life. Intimacy is a special bond between you and your partner that shouldn’t be ruined by lack of sleep. With so many options available to improve your quality of sleep, you can simply relieve your symptoms while also maintaining a strong relationship.

Think About Your Partner, Too– Receive a Sleep Study

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By receiving a sleep study, you’re not only diagnosing your condition, but you’re also showing your partner you care about them and their sleep, too. Once you’ve been officially diagnosed with sleep apnea, you’ll be recommended different treatment options depending on your case.
After as little as just one week of treatment, both you and your loved one will be experiencing the benefits of a better night’s sleep. You’ll both begin to feel more energized during the day, happier, and notice an improvement in your intimacy with each other.
Don’t wait any longer. You can save your relationship from future damage by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Bogrow today and exploring our comfortable, effective sleep treatments.

Tips for Couples with Sleep Disorders

Talk about your problems with your partner. Open communication will help you resolve problems much easier, without any complications.
Be sure to receive a sleep study and listen to your doctor. This will help you find the most suitable treatment for your condition.
Maintain a healthy lifestyle and avoid bad habits like smoking, drinking excessive amounts of alcohol, and taking sleeping pills before bed.
Try to change up your bedroom environment by reducing the light in your room or adding white noise to help you fall asleep.
Cuddle with your partner and talk to each other while laying in bed. Going to sleep can be fun if you tell jokes and stories that put you in a good mood right before dozing off.
Be patient and support each other. Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that can take control of both of your lives. Being there for each other can help you both get through the hard times.

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