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I am an 18 year old male, with sleep apnea and chronic anxiety. i feel drained and dumber, will this effect my success and lower my iq? i hate my life
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Yes & no: You don't say if you are getting treatment for your sleep apnea. If not, get treatment. Yes, untreated it can affect your success, but no it will not lower your iq. Your symptoms should all get better with the proper treatment. Don't wait. Do something asap!
Answered 10/4/2016
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