A study that was published in JAMA in 2013 showed that snoring is a health killer that is not so silent. The reason that people with sleep apnea snore so loudly is because they have a partially obstructed airway. Snoring can also have a negative effect on the heart. A study done by Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit showed that snoring can be one of the first indications of heart damage. Snoring can also have a number of negative effects on children.
Children who snore may have behavioral issues in the future. Researchers have found that children who snore are more likely to develop hyperactivity disorder. They are also likely to develop anxiety, depression and other emotional problems. A report done by the Melbourne Monash Institute of Research stated that snoring affects behavior and learning in children by waking them up.