According to a new study conducted by the RAND Corporation, sleep issues are common among our military, especially after deployment to conflict areas. “The U.S. military has shifted from combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan toward helping service members and veterans reintegrate into noncombat roles,” explains study co-author Wendy Troxel in a press release. “One […]
According to newly published research, frequent snoring and sleep apnea may be tied to an increased risk of memory and cognitive decline at an earlier age. Study author Dr. Osorio and his team with the NYU Langone Medical Center shared their findings in an April online issue of the American Academy of Neurology’s medical journal […]
When your sleep is disrupted in the middle of night, falling back asleep can be a frustrating experience. However, keeping calm and being prepared can help you feel at ease enough to get back to dreamland. Try these fantastic tips shared by the Daily Express to cut your nighttime awakenings short: 1. Don’t turn on […]
According to new research, toddlers experiencing sleep issues are at an increased risk for behavioral and emotional issues at both 18 months and age 5. Conducted by researchers from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health and Uni Research Health in Bergen, Norway, the long-term study was published in JAMA Pediatrics this week. The research team […]
Millions of Americans spend countless hours every day hammering away at a keyboard. And now, a team of researchers say this seemingly thoughtless task can reveal if you need more sleep or alert you to disease as it indicates the state of your brain. According to the Scientific American, M.I.T. researchers looked at how long any […]
Night owls may possess desirable traits such as being high achievers and having the gift of charm. However, new research reveals their natural sleep preferences could impact their health. According to their published study in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, researchers at the Korea University College of Medicine found that night owls are […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXt3brOQwKw If you’ve been trying to fall asleep without success you may want to try a new trick, attempting to stay awake. University of Hertfortshire psychologist and author Richard Wiseman and his fantastic YouTube series “In59seconds,” is back to help you maximize your designated bedtime. In his new video, “How to Fall Asleep,” he says […]
In today’s world, drowsy driving is all too common, with tragic consequences often being a result. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, 1 in 5 fatal accidents on our roads involves a sleepy driver, increasing the number of drowsy drivers that are involved in fatal crashes from 16.5% to 21% based their 2014 […]
According to new research, insomnia and depression may be increasing your risk of frequent nightmares. Published this month in the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s very own journal Sleep, researchers from both the University of Turku and the Finnish National Institute of Health and Welfare analyzed data from 13,922 adults who were between the ages […]
