As the country prepares to “fall back” to standard time on Sunday, Nov. 3, the Coalition for Permanent Standard Time is advocating for the abolition of daylight saving time in favor of permanent, year-round standard […]
Australian teenagers experiencing increased levels of psychological distress and high social media use are more likely to sleep less than the recommended amount, according to a new study.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
A team of biologists, medical researchers and sleep specialists from several institutions in Australia, the U.S. and the U.K. has found that people who regularly experience brighter nights and/or darker days tend to have a […]
Weighted blankets can help to improve sleep in adults with insomnia and other mental health conditions including anxiety and depression, but results are mixed for children, a new review has found.This article was originally published […]
In a study of commonly used treatments for people with multiple sclerosis, both medical and behavioral interventions, and a combination of the two, resulted in meaningful improvements in fatigue, a University of Michigan-led study finds.This […]
A small-scale study conducted at the University of Gothenburg shows that tactile massage can relieve hyperactivity, impulsivity and attention deficit in ADHD. Young people also found that the massage made it easier to fall asleep.This […]
At some point, many of us have experienced the post-lunch sleepy hour, struggling to stay alert mid-afternoon, and reaching for the water bottle to rehydrate a tired body.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Researchers from University of Tsukuba have elucidated the neural circuit that induces rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, a stage during which we actively dream. They also discovered that abnormalities in the neurons constituting this circuit […]
Researchers from the Department of Child Rehabilitation, China, have found significant differences in the gut microbiota of children who go to bed early compared to those who stay up late. The study revealed that children […]
Everyone snores occasionally, but for some, snoring can indicate a more serious issue: sleep disordered breathing. This refers to a range of sleep-related respiratory conditions that include obstructive sleep apnea, which is estimated to affect […]
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