Sleep Disorders

Strategies That May Keep Your Brain Sharp

Sun, 19 Apr 2015 22:05:04 +0000

Everybody gets older — not just the body, but also the brain. There are, however, some things you can do that may help keep your thought processes humming along despite the extra mileage.

Airplanes Above, Sound Sleepers Below

Thu, 16 Apr 2015 18:05:53 +0000

Surely those airplanes zooming overhead interfere with people's sleep, right? Perhaps surprisingly, this just doesn't seem to be the case.

How Poor Sleep Might Shape Later Mental Health

Wed, 15 Apr 2015 20:30:10 +0000

A poor night's sleep can affect performance at work the next day, but over time, could disrupted sleep affect brain function in a permanent way? New evidence suggests it could.

This Pill-Free Therapy May Improve Sleep

Mon, 16 Feb 2015 16:40:41 +0000

A bad night of sleep once in a while is no big deal, but it can turn into a serious health issue for some. Many treatments — even some that don't require medication — may help patients with these sleep problems.

Science Said 'Yes' to Nap Time for Adults

Tue, 10 Feb 2015 17:30:05 +0000

Babies and toddlers are expert nappers, but perhaps tired and stressed adults should pencil in some nap time, too!

Check Your ZZZs Against New Recommendations

Tue, 03 Feb 2015 20:08:38 +0000

Like food, water and oxygen, sleep is something you just can’t do without — but are you getting enough?

What May Be Keeping Your Teen up at Night

Mon, 02 Feb 2015 21:35:53 +0000

For many teens, it's second nature to reach for the smartphone or tablet when they have a spare minute or two. Those spare minutes can add up, though, and may affect teens' sleep quality.

Can't Sleep and Can't Relax? The Heart Might Be at Risk

Tue, 27 Jan 2015 19:05:33 +0000

Struggling to fall asleep or relax may do more than cause damage at work or home — it could damage the heart.

Anticholinergics May Carry Surprising Risk for Older Adults

Mon, 26 Jan 2015 21:41:23 +0000

Medications for allergies, depression and incontinence can be lifesavers. However, they may have some surprising effects on mental health.

Skip the Bedtime Booze

Fri, 16 Jan 2015 19:05:46 +0000

Booze at bedtime can mean a restless night for young adults. Young adults who have a drink an hour or so before bedtime may have changes in brain activity tied to disturbed sleep.