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Children's 'sleep coaches' vary in background, training and price

A new review of online advertisements from pediatric “sleep coaches” finds that more than half do not have any previous health care or educational experience, and most have no more than a bachelor’s degree.

Poor sleep tied to inflammation in teens

Teens who don’t get enough sleep may be at risk for chronic problems later in life from increased inflammation throughout the body, according to a new study.

Expert panel releases age-specific sleep recommendations

For the first time, a panel of health experts has released age-based sleep recommendations that adjust durations for infants, and introduce new specifications for adults in their early 20s and those over age 65.

TV again tied to poor sleep among kids

In another blow to kids' pleas to watch more television before bed, a new study suggests increased TV time is linked to less sleep.

You may be getting more sleep than you think

Have you ever had nights when you feel like you barely slept, only to hear from your partner in the morning that you were actually out like a light?

Less sleep tied to brain shrinkage, cognitive decline

Less sleep was found to be associated with brain shrinkage and cognitive decline, according to new research of older adults.

Women sleep more, but wake up feeling worse than men

For women who sleep long hours but wake up cursing the day, there's an app for that—or at least an app that corroborates your experience.

Study on biology of chronic fatigue illness stirs debate

A team of scientists said on Friday they had found "robust evidence" that a condition called Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a biological as opposed to a psychological disorder, but some experts questioned the findings.

US Navy approves changes for submariners' sleep schedules

With no sunlight to set day apart from night on a submarine, the U.S. Navy for decades has staggered sailors' working hours on schedules with little resemblance to life above the ocean's surface.

9 energy boosters to help you feel more awake

Feeling sluggish? A few simple tricks can help you feel more awake.