Arousal disorders can be dangerous, but a study shows no consensus on the best treatment.…
Browsing: Sleep Science
Sleep Science is the multidisciplinary study of sleep and its vital role in physical and mental health, cognitive function, and overall well-being. Drawing from neuroscience, psychology, physiology, and medicine, this field investigates how and why we sleep, what happens in the brain and body during different sleep stages, and how sleep disorders like insomnia, sleep apnea, and circadian rhythm disruptions affect health. Ongoing research in sleep science is uncovering how sleep influences memory, immune function, metabolism, and emotional regulation, offering insights that inform treatments and public health recommendations. As sleep’s importance to lifelong health becomes increasingly clear, this field continues to expand rapidly.
Investigators found evening ‘chronotype,’ or going to bed late and waking up late, was associated…
Taking daytime naps might help maintain brain health and decelerate the rate of brain volume…
Sleep-Wake Therapy Gives New Hope for Teens with Depression A new study suggests that adjusting…
Nighttime ambient temperature plays a pivotal role in sleep quality for older adults; study underscores…
Research reveals that the molecule cAMP, regulated by the vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP) in the…
Regular exercise may help shield against mental deterioration in our later years; however, its beneficial…
According to a recent Cochrane review, eyeglasses promoted to block blue light likely have no…
A Penn State study reveals that weekend recovery sleep is insufficient to reverse the cardiovascular…
New research from the University of Warwick suggests that individuals’ perceptions of their sleep are…
A 90-minute shift in sleep schedules can negatively impact gut health, linking inconsistent sleep to…
Alzheimer’s patients may experience worsened symptoms due to heightened light sensitivity disrupting their circadian rhythms.…
After Engaging in Sexual Activity, the Majority of Adults Reported Experiencing Improved Sleep Research recently…
Up to 20% of people may have OSA, yet most remain undiagnosed. The condition increases…
A study has indicated that the hormone, which is readily available for purchase from drugstores…
A study from McMaster University found solriamfetol to be the most effective medication for treating…
Scientists identified a signaling pathway within brain cells that regulates how long and how deeply…
Like humans, octopuses transition between two sleep stages – a quiet stage and an active…