Dear MEL Topic Readers,
Yawning may be more dangerous than you think, experts say
People often yawn when they become sleepy, get bored, or wake up. Also, stress, mild anxiety, or a change in altitude could trigger yawning. However, if you regularly yawn and tend to fall asleep during the day, say sitting after lunch, reading in a quiet space, or sitting in a car, it might indicate insufficient sleep or even sleep deprivation. With continued sleepiness, the brain might take microsleeps for seconds, which could lead to physical danger or serious mistakes. Also, sleepiness or sleep disorders could be caused by health problems, such as insomnia, restless leg syndrome, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, and chronic pain conditions. So, if you yawn, it might not be caused just by boredom, but it might be a warning sign of underlying physical or medical issues.
Read the article and learn what yawning or sleepiness could mean to your health.
https://edition.cnn.com/2025/04/14/health/sleepiness-dangers-wellness/index.html
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