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Can sleep apnea cause psychological problems?
13 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Yes: The chronic fatigue of sleep apnea and the physiologic stress of apnea can lead to psychological issues ... Like depression.
Answered 10/3/2016
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OSA: Yes, it can create irritability, depression like symptoms, poor concentration, poor memory and many others.
Answered 2/25/2017
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Yes: Your brain and your body need to rest and rejuvenate which it happens during sleep.
Answered 9/13/2013
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Sleep Apnea: Sleep apnea can cause depression decreased sex drive decreased attention, concetration, memory etc.
Answered 10/23/2017
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