6. Trouble Concentrating and Memory Problems
The oxygen deprivation and sleep fragmentation caused by sleep apnea can seriously impact your cognitive functions. Many people report difficulty focusing at work, trouble remembering important details, and mental sluggishness. Some even worry they’re developing early dementia when the real culprit is poor-quality sleep. “Many patients experience difficulty concentrating or remembering things,” observes Dr. Alexandros N. Vgontzas, who has extensively studied the cognitive effects of sleep disorders.
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