NightWare, Inc. and Exit 156 Capital announced a strategic investment by Exit 156 in NightWare’s ongoing Series C financing. NightWare is the maker of the only FDA-cleared prescription digital therapeutic indicated for nightmare disorder in adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The partnership unites a Minneapolis-based growth-stage digital health company […]
Tag: MENTAL HEALTH
Why HST is Underutilized—and How to Fix It
As a sleep physician, one of the most frustrating realities I encounter is not a lack of diagnostic tools, but the barriers patients face in accessing them. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is common, serious, and widely underdiagnosed. Estimates suggest that more than 30 million adults in the United States are […]
Scrolling for Sleep: The Social Media Trends Impacting Americans’ Sleep Habits
Social media trends have become increasingly influential – even changing bedtime routines and sleep habits for many Americans. According to a 2025 survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 56% of U.S. adults have tried one of this year’s viral social media trends related to sleep. “Bed rotting,” which is […]
Poor Sleep Quality May Worsen Emotional Burden in T2D
Topline: Patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) who experienced sleep impairments, including short sleep duration, snoring, and insomnia symptoms, were more likely to face an increased risk for diabetes distress. In particular, daytime coping difficulties due to sleep problems showed a notably prominent association with diabetes distress. Methodology: Researchers in Norway conducted a cross-sectional […]
The Power of Connection
Depression is more common in people with narcolepsy.1 According to research, around 20 percent of people diagnosed with narcolepsy also experience depression, with some estimates suggesting the prevalence could be as high as 57 percent.1,2 It’s unknown if depression is a primary feature of narcolepsy, or if life is just […]
When Nightmares Become a Clinical Concern
Nightmares are not just a fleeting inconvenience—they can have profound implications on mental health and overall well-being. Recent studies have suggested that nightmares are underdiagnosed and undertreated, even in sleep centers.1,2 Because it is unlikely that patients will report nightmares without provocation, it is important for providers to inquire about […]
COVID-19’s Impact on Sleep and Mental Health
The largest report to date examines how changes in daily routine, mental health and worries related to the pandemic have affected sleep around the world The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed our lives in nearly every way, impacting the way we work, live, and our ability to sleep. A new […]










