Could it be possible to find out if you have a sleep disorder without spending a night in a sleep lab? Researchers at Florida State University and Stevens Institute of Technology are working hard to make that dream come true for many people who just don’t feel like going through the hassle of being hooked […]
You may think that sleeping less to put in more hours is helping your career. However, in reality you can be more much efficient, creative and productive if you give sleep the chance to boost your work day. Many employers are recognizing the importance of shut-eye in for the success of their businesses, helping their […]
As the importance of sleep becomes more well-known, many companies are looking to the benefits of snooze for more productive employees. Places to nap, a more flexible schedule or just making sleep an open conversation are becoming common perks provided by employers in the United States. In addition, there could be another helpful sleep perk […]
Being at peace and relaxed before climbing into bed is crucial to getting the high quality sleep you deserve every night. Nonetheless, shutting down your brain to make it all happen can be quite challenging after a long day filled with morning traffic, work deadlines, calculating bills, and not to mention satisfying all of your […]
Spending plenty of quality time together is a pretty good sign of a happy relationship, but there are other cues that sleep provides. According to science, how close your bedtimes are, cuddling and other bed-sharing behaviors all play a role in how happy and healthy your love life is. Shape Magazine pointed out some very interesting […]
Researchers at Mississippi State University are the first to show that insomnia plays a huge role in the relationship between alcohol use and suicide risk. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the nation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, accounting for more than 38,000 deaths in the U.S. each […]
How much snooze do we really need? The National Sleep Foundation is making headlines this week with the release of new recommended sleep durations for specific age groups. Published in Sleep Health: The Official Journal of the National Sleep Foundation, the recommendations came about with the help of anatomy and physiology, as well as sleep, neurology, gynecology, […]
If you want to keep your medical cost low and stay in ideal health, sleep is the best medicine around, and it’s completely free! Recently, sleep specialist and spokesperson for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, Dr. Shalini Paruthi shared some of the biggest health benefits that sleep brings with the Men’s Journal. Check out […]
While dreams can provide inspiration, happiness and great entertainment, nightmares can be a problem for many people. Sleep disruptions due to nightmares are a threat to our overall health, with chronic nightmares possibly tied up to stress, anxiety and depression problems. Poor sleep quality and quantity can lead to a weakened immune system, poor memory, […]
It’s estimated that epilepsy affects 50 million people around the world. And new research shared by the American Academy of Neurology, is encouraging those with the brain disorder to take caution during sleep. Those who favor sleeping on their stomach may be facing an increased risk of sudden unexpected death syndrome. The study is published […]
