"The risk of drug overdose with benzodiazepine treatment is an important safety consideration when treating adolescents and young adults."

While high-profile concussions in the NFL have brought renewed attention to the gravity of head injuries, they can also occur on the playground or during junior varsity practices – with lasting effects.

A new BIDMC study suggests that divisive political events like elections can negatively affect one's sleep and emotional well-being.

A new study with mice reveals a link between out-of-whack circadian rhythms and lung tumor growth.

Neurons adapt to help fruit flies stay awake in dangerous situations, a finding that could lead to new ways to treat insomnia in people.

Harvard-affiliated study upends common myths around melatonin, weekends, school start times.

Getting enough sleep plays an important role in the mental health—and life satisfaction—of new and established parents, research finds.

Adolescent biology, early morning classes and too much evening screen time are a few of the key drivers behind teen sleep deprivation.

A disruption in circadian rhythm is common among mental health disorders. Understanding its molecular foundation could unlock better treatments.

Sleep age, a projected age that correlates to health based on sleep quality, can predict mortality, say researchers.