ASMR Videos Could Be a New Digital Therapy For Depression
As ASMR videos are becoming more and more popular, researchers consider using ASMR as a therapeutic tool to treat a range of psychological disorders.... Read More...
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How Sleep May Contribute to Adverse Weight Gain
Researchers report just one night of sleep loss can have a tissue specific impact on metabolism and the regulation of gene expression. The study could explain why those who suffer chronic sleep loss or work shifts are at greater risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes.... Read More...
Key Brain Circuits for Reward Seeking and Avoidance Behavior Identified
Researchers have identified two subpopulations of neurons in the BNST that connect to separate populations of neurons in the lateral hypothalamus which appear to drive two opposing emotional states; avoidance and reward seeking... Read More...
Poor Sleep Triggers Viral Loneliness and Social Rejection
A new study reveals a link between sleep deprivation and heightened feelings of social isolation. Researchers report sleep loss blunts activity in the brain that normally encourages social engagement.... Read More...
Neural Link Between Depression and Bad Sleep Identified
Researchers have identified a neural link between depression and sleep problems. The study reports brain regions associated with short term memory, self and negative emotions are strongly connected in those with depression, and this may lead to bad sleep quality.... Read More...
Simple Touching Fosters Wellness and Relieves Stress For Couples
Researchers report couples who frequently hug or hold hands have lower cortisol levels, have decreased symptoms of physical problems and sleep better.... Read More...
Insomnia is a Likely Long Term Side Effect of Stroke
A new sleep study reveals people who have suffered a stroke take longer to fall asleep and have reduced sleep efficiency compared to those who had no history of stroke. ... Read More...
How Melatonin Promotes Sleep
According to a new study, melatonin works by suppressing neurons that keep you awake and alert. The findings could pave the way for new treatments for insomnia. ... Read More...
Let it Go: Mental Breaks After Work Improve Sleep
Participating in fun activities following a day filled with negative behavior of colleagues at work could help you sleep better, a new study reports.... Read More...
Lack of Sleep May Be Linked to Risk Factor for Alzheimer’s
A new study reveals sleep deprivation can lead to an immediate increase in amyloid beta. ... Read More...
Why People With Insomnia Don’t Know They’re Asleep
People with insomnia have greater brain activity in regions associated with conscious awareness during NREM sleep, researchers report. ... Read More...
Three Genes Essential for Cells to Tell Time
Researchers have identified three new genes associated with circadian rhythm regulation. ... Read More...