A study indicates that consuming energy drinks is linked to poor sleep and insomnia among college students, with more frequent consumption leading to greater sleep…
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New research reveals that idiopathic hypersomnia, marked by excessive daytime sleepiness despite adequate sleep, is more prevalent than previously believed, affecting 1.5% of participants. The…
New research highlights the detrimental effects of sleep deprivation on decision-making and emotional well-being, emphasizing the importance of adequate sleep, especially for those in high-stress…
Researchers at Northwestern University found that acute sleep deprivation enhances dopamine release and brain plasticity, causing a temporary uplifted mood and offering insights into potential…
Recent research led by Harvard Medical School has shed light on the neurological basis of daydreaming. The study, conducted on mice, found that neurons in…
A study reveals that a 1% annual reduction in deep sleep among those over 60 increases dementia risk by 27%, suggesting the importance of maintaining…
Sleep plays a key role in brain health by activating the lymphatic system to remove toxins, which is vital in preventing Alzheimer’s disease. A new…
A study from the University of Colorado Boulder indicates that nearly one in five children and preteens use melatonin for sleep, with usage extending to…
Research funded by the NIH demonstrates that insufficient sleep heightens insulin resistance in women, especially postmenopausal women, potentially increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes.…
Chronic sleep deprivation has been linked to brain damage and increased risk of neurological diseases. Researchers found that the protein pleiotrophin (PTN) decreases with sleep…
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which leads to interrupted breathing during sleep, can accelerate the natural shortening of telomeres, contributing to premature cellular aging. Now, a…
Stockholm University’s study reveals that the snooze button might not be as harmful as commonly thought. While snoozers may sleep slightly less, they don’t suffer…
Researchers have demonstrated that increased deep sleep benefits the cardiovascular system, particularly the left ventricle. By using brief tonal stimulations (pink noise) during deep sleep,…
Researchers found a correlation between insomnia symptoms and the risk of hypertension in women. This study, spanning sixteen years with over 66,000 participants, shows women…
New research reveals infants who nap more have smaller vocabularies and poorer cognitive skills, reflecting their individual cognitive needs. Despite parental anxiety, these children should…
Researchers at the University of Liège used a 7 Tesla MRI to discover the locus coeruleus’s role in regulating sleep, particularly REM sleep. They found…
A study involving over 60,000 nurses revealed that individuals with an evening chronotype are at an elevated risk for diabetes and often engage in unhealthy…
Arousal disorders, including sleepwalking and sleep eating, lack established treatment guidelines. A new systematic review identifies potential treatments and emphasizes the need for structured guidelines…
A major study revealed that sleep disruption in COVID-19 patients is likely a driver of breathlessness, with 62% of hospitalized patients experiencing sleep disruption that…
A study published in the scientific journal Neurology suggests that people with sleep problems may be at a higher risk of having a stroke. Sleep…