Living with sleep apnea is hard—it’s basically impossible to be a good friend, partner, or parent when you feel moments away from dozing off at all times. For many people in this situation, they turn to something that used to be quite common in their childhood—regular napping. While this might seem like a simple hack, it can make life much more complicated. Before you try to catch some extra Z’s, keep reading to see what actually works.

Sleep apnea and anxiety may seem like two completely different issues on the surface. However, there is plenty of research that strongly indicates that the two may be more connected than they initially seem. In fact, one study found that over half of patients with sleep disorders also had some level of anxiety. How are these seemingly separate issues linked? And what can you do about them? Here’s what you need to know in order to improve your overall quality of life.