Through interactions with others who share this diagnosis, persons with Sleep Apnea and their families can provide peer support and can suggest coping mechanisms to each other so that the sense of isolation common to Sleep Apnea patients may be alleviated.

Armed with knowledge about Sleep Apnea and methods of treatment, patients have a better understanding of the nature of their disorder and their prescribed treatment; thus they are more likely to take appropriate steps in managing their own health care.

Individuals can discuss critical issues, learn of the latest medical developments, and get helpful advice from sleep medicine specialists and other patients with more experience. Topics may include advice on complying with CPAP therapy, legal issues affecting those with Sleep Apnea, weight loss, new research findings, etc.