Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is a highly prevalent, chronic illness, characterised by
repetitive collapse of the airway during sleep producing oxygen desaturations and sleep
disruption. OSA is associated with cognitive deficits, reduced quality of life, and depressed
mood. The prevalence of both depressive symptoms and major depressive disorder (MDD) are significantly higher in OSA patients compared to the general community. Both conditions pose a significant health risk and significantly impact on brain function and general well-being. Currently there is little clinical evidence to support whether treatment of OSA improves depressive symptoms in OSA patients with comorbid depressive symptoms or MDD.
The aim of this study is to determine whether CPAP treatment improves depressive symptoms and cognitive functioning over the short and long term. This study will provide much-needed clinical evidence of the efficacy of CPAP therapy for improving both depression and cognitive functioning in OSA.
Do Treatment Interventions for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Reduce Depressive Symptoms in Patients with Comorbid Depression?
Sleep > Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
Consider making a donation to help us learn more about obstructive sleep apnoea and other disorders. You can make an important contribution to the work of our research teams through a financial donation.
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a chronic lung condition that causes stiff lungs and restricts sufferers from taking a deep breath. Exercise in a gym, or swimming, walking or riding a bike, can help...
SHIFT WORK AND BREASTFEEDING PROJECT
Researchers at Austin Health are looking for volunteers to participate in a study exploring the impact shift work has on breast milk composition. Participants will be compensated with a $100 gift voucher.
Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing is abnormal during sleep. There are two main forms of sleep apnea: obstructive and central. For obstructive sleep apnea, breathing is reduced because the airway...
A/PROF MARK HOWARD AWARDED MAJOR COMPETITIVE MRFF GRANT
IBAS leads project to revolutionize Home Ventilation with $1.2 million grant for Assoc. Prof Mark Howard's research titled "Synchronise non-invasive ventilation at home".
PROF ANNE HOLLAND RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS RESEARCH AWARD
Prof Anne Holland receives prestigious award for Excellent in Research Engagement and Impact from Monash University.
WORLD SLEEP DAY ON 17TH MARCH 2023
The benefits of quality sleep and to acknowledge the issue of sleep problems and their medical, educational, and social aspects as well as the prevention and management of sleep disorders, is promoted on World Sleep Day on the 17th March 2023.
A/PROF MARK HOWARD IS LISTED IN 'THE AUSTRALIAN'
The Australian's Research magazine names the top researcher and top research institution in each field of research, based on the number of citations for papers published in the top 20 journals in each field over the past five years.
© 2024 Institute for Breathing and Sleep. All Rights Reserved. ABN 39 093 685 879
Powered by Helmut Design | Manage
