Understanding how sleep strengthens memories
Our brains have an amazing job while we sleep: they save all of the day's events as memories. But how does this happen? A...
Deep-brain stimulation during sleep enhances memory function
A recent study conducted by researchers at UCLA Health and Tel Aviv University provides the first physiological evidence from inside the human brain supports...
Why sleep deprivation is a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists study many things. One thing they look at is how bad sleep can cause diseases in the brain. Diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's...
Sleeping pills may fight against Alzheimer’s disease
Understanding Alzheimer's and Sleep Issues
Alzheimer's disease is a scary sickness that affects the brain. It causes people to forget things and feel confused. Oddly...
A magic collar for better sleep
Sleep is super important. It helps you feel good and do well at school. But what if you have trouble sleeping? Scientists are always...
Unhealthy diet linked to poor quality of deep sleep
What was the Study?
Researchers at Uppsala University, Sweden, have discovered that consumption of an unhealthy diet can lead to a decrease in the quality...
A little-understood sleep disorder affects millions and has clear links to dementia – 4...
A little-known and poorly understood sleep disorder that occurs during the rapid eye movement, or REM, stage of sleep has been garnering attention for...
Sleep pills and dementia risk: What you need to know
Sleep is essential for our overall health and well-being. However, some people may struggle with sleep problems and turn to sleep medications for help.
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Deep sleep may protect against memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease
New research from the University of California, Berkeley suggests that deep sleep, also known as non-REM slow-wave sleep, may help mitigate memory loss in...
Georgia Tech’s wearable device aims to simplify sleep apnea diagnosis
Researchers at Georgia Tech have developed a wearable device to accurately measure obstructive sleep apnea and sleep quality in a more cost-effective and accessible...