Scientists find a new way to treat sleep apnea

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machines, commonly known as CPAP, have long been the go-to solution for people suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). However, many...

Afternoon naps may help you adapt to extreme heat

Air conditioning is everywhere. On scorching days, many of us rush to cooled rooms. But is it possible that relying too much on air...

How we feel about our sleep matters more than our actual sleep, says study

Did you know how you think about your sleep can change how you feel when you wake up? That's what a group of scientists...

Counting the wrong sheep: why trouble sleeping is about more than just individual lifestyles...

Sleep may seem straightforward – everyone does it, after all. But as many of us know, getting enough sleep is not necessarily a simple...

This therapy can help people with insomnia and alcohol use disorder

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective primary treatment for insomnia in individuals with alcohol use disorder, whether or not they are abstinent from...

Disrupted body clocks linked to stroke risk and short lifespan

Have you ever noticed how you feel a bit off after traveling to a new time zone or after switching to a night shift? It's...

Sleep deprivation benefited our ancestors, yet harms us now — but staying fit may...

Humans need less sleep than our closest evolutionary relatives. However, we often sleep less than we need. Needing less sleep is a consequence of our...

Sweet dreams to beat the blues: quality sleep as a shield against stress and...

When COVID-19 swept across the globe, it didn't just bring a health crisis. It also brought on a wave of stress, turning everyday life...

How do I stop my mind racing and get some sleep?

Martin turns off the light to fall asleep, but his mind quickly springs into action. Racing thoughts about work deadlines, his overdue car service,...

Sleep tight, eat right: the hidden connection between junk food and sleep

Is your night-time rest leaving you more tired than relaxed? It might be your diet! A recent study by Uppsala University researchers published in the...