sleep

Health Care May 29, 2024

A little-understood sleep disorder affects millions and has clear links to dementia – 4 questions answered

by Anelyssa D’Abreu, University of Virginia, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] A little-known and poorly understood sleep disorder that occurs during the rapid eye movement,…

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Health Care April 4, 2024

Could sharing a bedroom with your pets be keeping you from getting a good night’s sleep?

by Brian N. Chin, Trinity College, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Sleeping with your dog in the same room could be negatively affecting your sleep…

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Sports February 1, 2024

Sleep can give athletes an edge over competitors − but few recognize how fundamental sleep is to performance

by Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, University of Pittsburgh, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] In the adrenaline-packed world of professional sports, the power of sleep rarely gets adequate…

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Nutrition January 18, 2024

What’s the best diet for healthy sleep? A nutritional epidemiologist explains what food choices will help you get more restful z’s

by Erica Jansen, University of Michigan, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] You probably already know that how you eat before bed affects your sleep. Maybe…

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Science and Technology December 19, 2023

Students could get more sleep and learn better if school started a little later

by Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, University of Pittsburgh, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Nearly three-quarters of high school students do not get enough sleep on school nights,…

Health Care August 30, 2023

Short naps can improve memory, increase productivity, reduce stress and promote a healthier heart

by Steven Bender, Texas A&M University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Napping during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide. While some…

Science and Technology August 23, 2023

Can coffee or a nap make up for sleep deprivation? A psychologist explains why there’s no substitute for shut-eye

by Kimberly Fenn, Michigan State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] There is no denying the importance of sleep. Everyone feels better after a good…

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Health Care March 9, 2023

11 things you can do to adjust to losing that hour of sleep when daylight saving time starts

by Deepa Burman, University of Pittsburgh and Hiren Muzumdar, University of Pittsburgh, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] As clocks march ahead and daylight saving time…

Health Care January 6, 2023

Lost Sleep and Jangled Nerves: The Rising Onslaught of Noise Harms Mind and Body

This article by Rachel Bluth was first published in Kaiser Health News, republished with permission. Rachel Bluth, Kaiser Health News January 5, 2023 SACRAMENTO — Mike Thomson’s friends refuse to…

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