Latest

insomnia

·February 25, 2019·5 min read

Brain Cells Involved in Insomnia Identified

A new study identifies 956 genetic variants that contribute to an increased risk of insomnia. Researchers also identified the brain areas, biological processes and cell types that mediate the genetic risk of insomnia.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·January 8, 2019·5 min read

Researchers Identify Five Types of Insomnia

Researchers have identified five different subtypes of the sleep disorder insomnia, including difficulty falling asleep and early morning awakening. The study reports insomnia subtypes may be identified by examining personality traits of sufferers.

Featured Neuroscience

·December 17, 2018·1 min read

Unraveling the Link Between Obesity and Sleep

Study reports losing just one night of sleep can increase cravings for junk foods.

Featured Neuroscience

·December 7, 2018·5 min read

Cannabis Withdrawal Eased For Dependent Users

Researchers report a new drug can help to reduce symptoms of cannabis withdrawal for those with cannabis use disorder.

Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·November 30, 2018·4 min read

Light Pollution May Cause Insomnia in Older Adults

Researchers report increased light pollution resulting from outdoor artificial light exposure is linked to a higher risk of sleep disorders and prescription of hypnotic drugs in older people.

Featured Neuroscience

·November 14, 2018·1 min read

Surgical Menopause Leads to Increased Sleep Issues

Insomnia and other sleep disorders are worse for women who undergo surgical menopause rather than natural menopause, a new study reports.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience Psychology

·November 5, 2018·2 min read

Disrupted Circadian Rhythms May Drive Anxiety and Exacerbate Brain Disorders

Researchers report sleep disruptions may not only be a symptom of neurological diseases, circadian rhythm disruptions may drive the brain pathology that contributes to anxiety, dementias and other disorders.

Featured Psychology

·October 18, 2018·2 min read

Novel Antidepressants May Improve Sleep for Those With Depression

According to researchers, a small cohort of MDD patients had significant improvements in sleep quality and reduced daytime sleepiness following treatment with the antidepressant Vortioxetine.

Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 8, 2018·4 min read

Out Like a Light”: Brain’s Sleep Switch Identified

Researchers have identified a set of neurons, located in a region of the hypothalamus, that may be the switch that turns the brain off, allowing for sleep. The neurons are also tied to body temperature regulation.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·October 1, 2018·3 min read

Insufficient Sleep Associated with Risky Teen Behavior

A new study reports teens who sleep for less than 6 hours per night are at greater risk of mental health issues, substance abuse, accidents and other risk taking behaviors.

Featured Neuroscience Neuroscience Videos Psychology

·August 27, 2018·4 min read

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.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·August 26, 2018·6 min read

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.