Rough nights for moms of multiple kids, but not dads
Mothers of multiple children report more fragmented sleep, but the number of kids doesn't seem to affect sleep quality for dads.
Jan. 13, 2021 • ~3 min
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How does your brain wake up from sleep?
The mystery of how the brain creates consciousness still puzzles scientists, but the mechanics of waking up are starting to be understood.
Jan. 4, 2021 • ~6 min
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Protein may clarify Alzheimer’s and body clock link
Poor sleep and other issues with circadian rhythm are common for people with Alzheimer's disease. Now researchers may have a clue to why.
Dec. 23, 2020 • ~8 min
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Dog sleep cycles matter for treating pups in pain
New research could offer a baseline understanding of sleep/wake cycles in dogs. That information could help treat those with chronic pain.
Dec. 21, 2020 • ~5 min
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Sleep through the night? Babies tend to mix it up
Your baby's ability to sleep through the night is a process, not a milestone, a new study indicates. Here's what parents should expect.
Dec. 2, 2020 • ~4 min
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Healthy sleepers have far lower heart failure risk
Regularly getting a good night's sleep can lower your risk of heart failure, regardless of any other risk factors you may have, a new study shows.
Nov. 23, 2020 • ~4 min
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Keep calm and carry on – but how? A psychologist offers 10 tips to manage the uncertainty and stress of election aftermath
As uncertainty abounds and anxiety skyrockets, you've probably heard advice to be patient, stay calm and keep the faith. Here are 10 concrete tips to help you actually manage the stress.
Nov. 6, 2020 • ~8 min
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Why sleep experts say it's time to ditch daylight saving time
That extra hour of sleep you'll be getting comes with a price. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recently said the changes are bad for our sleep.
Oct. 28, 2020 • ~6 min
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Blue-light glasses improve your sleep and work
Wearing blue-light glasses just before hitting the sack can help you get a better night's sleep and help you work better the next day.
Oct. 15, 2020 • ~6 min
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Tuned lighting helps older adults get a good night’s sleep
Tuned LED lighting that changes color and intensity over the course of a day and night helps older adults in nursing homes get a better night's sleep.
Oct. 7, 2020 • ~7 min
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