Phototherapy – A Promising New Approach in Alzheimer’s Treatment
It is well known that sleep is the best medication, yet the reasons why the brain recovers more efficiently during sleep remain a mystery. Recent…
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Nighty-Night or Not Quite Right? Unpacking the Melatonin Craze Among the Young
Research shows a significant increase in melatonin use among children and preteens for sleep, raising concerns about safety, efficacy, and the potential for long-term health…
Alarming Diabetes Danger: Insufficient Sleep Raises Insulin Resistance in Women
Findings highlight insufficient sleep as a modifiable risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Chronic insufficient sleep can increase insulin resistance in otherwise healthy women, with…
Neuronal Death Protein: New Research Shows How Sleep Deprivation Can Damage the Brain
Research identifies the decline of the protein pleiotrophin (PTN) as a cause of neuronal death due to sleep deprivation, offering a new perspective on how…
Researchers Uncover Surprising Way To Disrupt Sleep
A collaborative study involving scientists from Osaka University, the University of Tokyo, and the Queensland University of Technology has identified a structure in the circadian…
Decoding Dreaming – New Research Reveals That the Emotional Function of Dreams Is Not the Same Everywhere
A study conducted by researchers from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) and the University of Toronto reveals that dreams can have a variable emotional function….
The Secret to Surviving All-Nighters – Scientists Unveil Ideal Nap Strategy
A new analysis of pilot studies on night shift naps conducted from 2012 to 2018 revealed the ideal snoozing strategy that could mitigate sleepiness and…
Sleep Apnea Accelerates Aging – But Using This Breathing Therapy Method Can Mitigate the Problem
In a study involving 46 participants, it was discovered that individuals with untreated obstructive sleep apnea experienced faster telomere shortening, an indicator of cell aging….
Alarmingly Refreshing: Why Hitting Snooze Might Be Good For You
A study reveals that snoozing might benefit cognitive performance upon waking, with no adverse effects on sleep quality or mood. Benefits of Hitting the Snooze…
Morning Magic: Snoozing Benefits Uncovered in Sleep Research
It is often claimed that using the snooze button can have negative effects on sleep and cognitive processes, but there has been no direct evidence…
Nighttime Regrets: How Just 1.5 Hours Less Sleep Can Damage Your Heart
Can you relate to this? Your alarm goes off at the same time daily, you hustle to get the kids ready, and then rush to…
Peppermint Power: A New Natural Solution To Post-Surgery Pain and Sleeplessness
Results from a small clinical trial suggest that it might also improve sleep quality. A recent comparative clinical trial published in the journal BMJ Supportive…
Astrocytes: The Secret to Staying Awake Without Costs to Cognition and Health?
The Role of Astrocytes in Sleep Regulation New animal research suggests that little-studied brain cells known as astrocytes are major players in controlling sleep needs…
New Research Reveals That Increased Deep Sleep Benefits Your Heart
Sleep plays an essential role in human well-being, with deep sleep being especially vital for overall health. The brain recovers during this sleep stage, and…
Losing Sleep? New Study Suggests Checking Your Blood Pressure
Researchers from Brigham have identified a link between insomnia symptoms and hypertension in women, according to a recent study. In today’s hectic world, achieving sufficient…
New Study: Babies Who Nap Frequently Have Smaller Vocabularies and Poorer Cognitive Skills
Babies that nap frequently tend to have smaller vocabularies and weaker cognitive abilities according to a recent study conducted by the University of East Anglia….
Unveiling Sleep Secrets – How a Tiny Brain Nucleus Impacts REM Sleep and Aging
New research using ultra-high field 7 Tesla MRI are enhancing understanding of sleep regulation mechanisms. A study carried out by a research team at the…
Night Owl Phenomenon: The Hidden Dangers of an Evening Chronotype
Large study of middle-aged nurses found those with an evening chronotype were more likely to engage in an overall unhealthy lifestyle particularly smoking, poor sleep,…