Teens’ Grades Benefit from More Sleep
Most teenagers are not getting enough sleep. Insufficient sleep has been linked with physical and mental health issues. A study from the Lifespan Learning and Sleep Laboratory at University [...]
Sleep Quality Affects Memory for Children with ASD
Sleep plays a critical role in memory, but what happens when people are not able to sleep well? A significant percentage of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have sleep problems, [...]
Sleep Correlates to Heart Health
Sleep has many effects on mental and physical health, including, according to new research, cardiovascular health. A study from the Center for Cohort Studies at Kangbuk Samsung Hospital and [...]
Lack of Sleep Heightens Emotional Response
Not sleeping enough has a big impact on the body. Insufficient sleep can cause stress and hunger, and can increase the chances of getting sick. A new study from Tel Aviv University investigated [...]
Teens Sleep Less after “Springing Forward”
Most teenagers do not get enough sleep. A new study finds that, among other factors limiting teenagers’ sleep time, daylight saving time negatively affects teenagers’ sleep schedules. When the [...]
Reduced Emotional Regulation Increases Insomnia Risk
Everyone knows that being tired can make you irritable, but what if your emotions could keep you from sleeping? A new study finds that people whose emotional regulation skills degrade over time [...]
Sleeping Less Increases Chances of Getting Sick
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five Americans sleeps less than six hours on an average work night. Insufficient sleep is linked to various health problems, [...]
Daytime Naps Reduce Blood Pressure
In the United States, taking an afternoon nap is typically a habit reserved for children. However, a new study finds that napping in the middle of the day has positive health outcomes for adults. [...]
Nighttime Light Strongly Affects Young Teens
Numerous studies have demonstrated that too much screen time before bed can keep kids up at night. New research from Brown University adds another layer of understanding to the relationship [...]