AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Statistical analysis showed that sleep apnea was significantly associated with both insomnia and high levels of stress. They found that high stress levels were associated with a 50% higher risk of sleep apnea.

Detailed explanation-2: -Congestive heart failure, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes are some of the conditions that may increase the risk of obstructive sleep apnea. Polycystic ovary syndrome, hormonal disorders, prior stroke and chronic lung diseases such as asthma also can increase risk.

Detailed explanation-3: -Anything that could narrow your airway such as obesity, large tonsils, or changes in your hormone levels can increase your risk for obstructive sleep apnea. Central sleep apnea happens when your brain does not send the signals needed to breathe.

Detailed explanation-4: -Studies show an association between sleep apnea and mental health conditions-with mood, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder, being highly comorbid with sleep apnea, and there are reports of higher risk of sleep apnea in psychosis and schizophrenia as well.