Does sleep get better with age? According to new research, our senior community may sleep less, but they are enjoying better sleep quality and feel more alert during the day. The Taylor & Francis Group tells us that researchers at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland have published some interesting findings in the journal of Annals […]
Archive | 2015
Should You Trust Your Memory Without Sleep?
In many criminal cases, the account of an eyewitness carries great weight in impacting the verdict. How well do you trust your memory? A lack of sleep, which is considered by many to be a public health epidemic across the United States, may be linked to errors in memory as a new study conducted by researchers at […]
The Back-to-School Checklist For Better Sleep
Who is ready to get back to school? Not all children are enthusiastic about going to bed and waking up earlier for a full day of learning, compared to a carefree summer of water slides and late night TV binges. To make the adjustment period easier for your young student, try these sleep tips provided […]
Fall Asleep Faster Tonight with These 7 Easy Tips!
Tossing and turning as you try to fall asleep is no fun, especially when you’ve got a big day ahead of you. While sleepless nights happen on occasion for just about everyone, reducing your insomnia can be achieved by giving these sleep strategies shared by The Huffington Post a try: 1. Consider you health: If […]
4 Reasons Alcohol Won’t Bring You Sweet Dreams
Chronic Sleep Loss Hinders Your Ability to Remember
If you want to keep your brain healthy, you need quality rest. As we sleep, our brains are working overtime to solidify memories and remove dangerous neurotoxins. However, combining stress and sleep loss can lead our memories to fail us when we need it the most. According to a new study from Uppsala University in […]
Back-to-School Time Linked to More Headaches
As children are getting back to school this month, the adjustment from summer relaxation may bring some unwanted stress. According to a new study, the changes in sleep patterns, routines and stress increase the amount of headaches children experience during fall season. While some children may just want to hold on to the fun of […]
10 Ways to Maximize Your Power Nap
Research has proven that even a small nap of 10 minutes can boost your alertness to get through the rest of a busy day. Naps are also responsible for improving performance and creativity, making it the perfect partner to brainstorm with. To help you reap all of the amazing the benefits napping, the Daily Burn shared some […]
What Your Dreams May Be Telling You
Have you been puzzled by your dreams lately? You certainly aren’t alone, as millions of people around the world strive to learn what their nighttime adventures are trying to tell them. Recently, The Huffington Post sat down with Jungian psychotherapist Carder Stout to get some insight to the meaning of some of the most common […]
Insomnia Linked With Early Mortality For Men
Poor sleep has been shown to increase serious health risks by numerous studies, but it may also be linked to longevity. According to a new study, insomnia symptoms could be a predictor for early death for older men. The Huffington Post tells us that researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital found that over their 6-year […]