October 27, 2015 Daylight saving time harms high school students' alertness, study suggests A new study suggests high school students suffer from sleep loss following the change to daylight saving time— a consequence that adversely affects not only their school performance but also their ability to drive, the authors argue.
October 27, 2015 What's the healthiest way to pull an all-nighter? The occasional all-nighter is a necessary evil for many professionals and students trying to meet a tight deadline. Are there any strategies to make that all-night session and recovery easier?
October 27, 2015 Blue-light blocking glasses may help sleep after screen time The blue glow from televisions and other screens suppresses natural mechanisms that help us fall asleep at night, but blocking just the blue wavelength may restore normal nighttime sleepiness, according to a new study.
October 27, 2015 How loud noises may cause weight gain Here's a hot new fitness tip for 2015: Move away from the highway.
October 27, 2015 Restless sleep may cause widespread pain in people over 50, study shows A poor night’s sleep is not only exhausting, but may also be a cause of widespread pain among people over 50.
October 27, 2015 Awake again: Is it insomnia or just segmented sleep? Sleep is perhaps the most mysterious of all human activities.
October 26, 2015 How to fake a good night's sleep No matter how dedicated you are to getting your shut-eye, sometimes a less-than-stellar night’s sleep is inevitable. Here are some tricks to feel energized
October 25, 2015 CDC report: US middle, high schools’ early start times harm students’ health Experts recommend adolescents get at least eight and a half hours of sleep a night, but a government survey released Thursday suggests the vast majority of U.S. middle and high schools begin their school days too early to allow for that.
October 25, 2015 Treating troops' sleep problems may reduce PTSD Sleep problems are common in members of the military, and may increase the risk of developing mental health conditions such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to a new report.
October 25, 2015 A room with a view: Window office improves sleep Getting a window office may not just be good for your career, but it appears to also be good for your health