Morning Magic: Snoozing Benefits Uncovered in Sleep Research
It is often claimed that using the snooze button can have negative effects on sleep and cognitive processes, but there has been no direct evidence…
It is often claimed that using the snooze button can have negative effects on sleep and cognitive processes, but there has been no direct evidence…
Can you relate to this? Your alarm goes off at the same time daily, you hustle to get the kids ready, and then rush to…
Results from a small clinical trial suggest that it might also improve sleep quality. A recent comparative clinical trial published in the journal BMJ Supportive…
The Role of Astrocytes in Sleep Regulation New animal research suggests that little-studied brain cells known as astrocytes are major players in controlling sleep needs…
Sleep plays an essential role in human well-being, with deep sleep being especially vital for overall health. The brain recovers during this sleep stage, and…
Researchers from Brigham have identified a link between insomnia symptoms and hypertension in women, according to a recent study. In today’s hectic world, achieving sufficient…
Babies that nap frequently tend to have smaller vocabularies and weaker cognitive abilities according to a recent study conducted by the University of East Anglia….
New research using ultra-high field 7 Tesla MRI are enhancing understanding of sleep regulation mechanisms. A study carried out by a research team at the…
Large study of middle-aged nurses found those with an evening chronotype were more likely to engage in an overall unhealthy lifestyle particularly smoking, poor sleep,…
Arousal disorders can be dangerous, but a study shows no consensus on the best treatment. For conditions like sleep apnea and insomnia, sleep specialists have…
Investigators found evening ‘chronotype,’ or going to bed late and waking up late, was associated with a 19 percent increased risk of diabetes after accounting…
Taking daytime naps might help maintain brain health and decelerate the rate of brain volume reduction as we grow older, according to a recent study…
Sleep-Wake Therapy Gives New Hope for Teens with Depression A new study suggests that adjusting the daily routines of “night owl” teens, especially those with…
Nighttime ambient temperature plays a pivotal role in sleep quality for older adults; study underscores potential impact of climate change on sleep quality in the…
Research reveals that the molecule cAMP, regulated by the vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP) in the brain’s SCN, is crucial for circadian rhythms, presenting potential new…
Regular exercise may help shield against mental deterioration in our later years; however, its beneficial effects might be lessened for those not getting sufficient sleep,…
According to a recent Cochrane review, eyeglasses promoted to block blue light likely have no impact on eye strain from computer usage or on sleep…
If we think we can compensate for lack of sleep during the week by sleeping in on the weekend, we’re mistaken. A recent study from…