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It is well known that sleep is the best medication, yet the reasons why the brain recovers more efficiently during sleep remain a mystery. Recent…
It is well known that sleep is the best medication, yet the reasons why the brain recovers more efficiently during sleep remain a mystery. Recent…
Research shows a significant increase in melatonin use among children and preteens for sleep, raising concerns about safety, efficacy, and the potential for long-term health…
Findings highlight insufficient sleep as a modifiable risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Chronic insufficient sleep can increase insulin resistance in otherwise healthy women, with…
Research identifies the decline of the protein pleiotrophin (PTN) as a cause of neuronal death due to sleep deprivation, offering a new perspective on how…
A collaborative study involving scientists from Osaka University, the University of Tokyo, and the Queensland University of Technology has identified a structure in the circadian…
A study conducted by researchers from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) and the University of Toronto reveals that dreams can have a variable emotional function….
A new analysis of pilot studies on night shift naps conducted from 2012 to 2018 revealed the ideal snoozing strategy that could mitigate sleepiness and…
In a study involving 46 participants, it was discovered that individuals with untreated obstructive sleep apnea experienced faster telomere shortening, an indicator of cell aging….
A study reveals that snoozing might benefit cognitive performance upon waking, with no adverse effects on sleep quality or mood. Benefits of Hitting the Snooze…
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,…