For the millions of people who suffer from a sleep disorder, a new day is rarely a fresh start. Instead each day brings with it the baggage from the night before: problems such as excessive sleepiness, frustration, confusion and anxiety.
Over time the effects of an untreated sleep disorder can grow in severity. Sleep disorders have been linked to other health problems such as heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes and depression.
Yet there is hope for people who suffer from a sleep disorder. American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF) grant programs fund strategic research by leading sleep scientists. These studies explore the nature of sleep and sleep-related problems.
The discoveries that result lay the groundwork for improvements in medical care for people who have a sleep disorder. Because of sleep research, safe and effective treatments are available today for many sleep disorders, including insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea and restless legs syndrome.
The ASMF also supports the education and training of sleep scientists and sleep medicine specialists. ASMF grants help the leaders who will shape the future of the sleep field.
As a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable and scientific organization, the ASMF depends on your support. You can help the ASMF enhance sleep health for all by making a donation today. Because the American Academy of Sleep Medicine provides the funding for all of the foundation’s administrative costs, every dollar you give directly supports the ASMF grant programs.
Select one of the following links to discover how you can invest in the future of sleep research and education by making a donation to the ASMF: