When a patient suffers from sleep apnea, the result is a sensation of mounting fatigue. However, while you might think, “Oh, I’m just feeling very tired lately,” you may be overlooking the fact that your personality is changing in the process. Is this a permanent shift, you might wonder? Not exactly. Unfortunately, when you’re deprived of sleep, it affects your daily actions, ability to communicate, ability to think clearly, and more. This will transfer into your personality until you do something about it (like come to our practice for treatment!). For now, learn more about how you may project a different persona as a result of disrupted sleep.
Forgetting Things
It takes sleep, a healthy diet, and more to keep your memory sharp. When you’re getting very little sleep, chances are good that sleep apnea will prove at least partially responsible for lost keys, forgotten deadlines, and more.
Having Mood Swings
Irritability is at the top of the list of symptoms associated with sleep apnea. Just one poor night of sleep can yield a moody morning and day. Now, imagine that you haven’t gotten sleep in weeks or months. Mood swings are most certainly to be expected.
Becoming Exhausted
You’re not going to seem like your usual bubbly, vibrant, or at least awake self if you’re suffering from sleep apnea. Instead, exhaustion will continue to increase and will surely affect your personality.
Having Trouble Concentrating
Can’t seem to pay attention to your friends when they speak to you? Having trouble making it through a movie because you can’t keep your eyes open? Sleep apnea treatment is required.
Failing To Complete Work
When you can’t stay awake or focus and you’re feeling moody, getting your work done, whether for your personal life, school, or career will prove very difficult.
Protect Your Personality With Sleep Apnea Treatment
See us for treatment soon if you suffer from sleep apnea, so you may protect your health and your personality, too. James Stewart, DDS, and our team serve patients from Livonia, MI, as well as Farmington Hills, Farmington, Plymouth, Northville, Novi, Dearborn Heights, Dearborn, Garden City, Westland, Redford, and the surrounding communities. To schedule a consultation, call our office today at (734) 425-4400.
