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·December 15, 2017·5 min read

Amber Tinted Glasses May Provide Relief For Insomnia

A number of recent research papers have warned about the effects of blue light emitted from smart phones can have on sleep patterns. A new study reveals wearing specially designed glasses with amber lenses, or using amber light functions on devices can reduce insomnia for those who use their phones at bed time.

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·December 15, 2017·4 min read

To Sleep or Not to Sleep: The Complex Genetic Network Behind Sleep Duration

NIH researchers have identified a set of genes they believe could explain why some people need more, or less, sleep that others. The findings could help to develop new treatments for a variety of sleep disorders from insomnia to narcolepsy.

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·November 5, 2017·4 min read

Why Our Brains Need Sleep, and What Happens If We Don’t Get Enough

From consolidating memories to cleaning out toxins in the brain that accumulate during waking hours, researchers explore why sleep is so important and what happens when we don't get enough.

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·November 2, 2017·4 min read

Link Between Nightmares and Self Harm

Researchers report that while sleep disruptions contribute to a number of psychological disorders, it appears only nightmares are associated with increased risk of self harming behaviors.

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·October 19, 2017·4 min read

More Teens Than Ever Aren’t Getting Enough Sleep

Researchers report teens may be sacrificing sleep in order to spend more time on smartphones and tablets. Sleep deprivation can impact mental and physical health.

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·October 10, 2017·6 min read

Menopause Triggers Metabolic Changes in Brain That May Promote Alzheimer’s

Weill Cornell Medicine researchers may have answered why women are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than men. In a new PLOS ONE study, researchers reveal menopause can cause metabolic changes in the brain that appear to increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.

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·October 1, 2017·4 min read

Does Marijuana Affect Your Sleep?

Many people say cannabis can help them to rest and fall asleep, especially if they feel stressed or are suffering sleep disturbances. A new paper examines the effect marijuana has on sleep, concluding the effectiveness is based on individual differences, concentration and a number of other factors.

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·September 29, 2017·2 min read

Unrecognized Health Hazard of Sleep Loss: An Epidemic of Dream Deprivation

A new study reveals people are suffering dream deprivation as a result of being deprived of REM sleep. Researchers report dreams are essential for memory and mental health. Dream deprivation can lead to an increased risk of depression and illness.

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·September 29, 2017·3 min read

Why Do We Fall Asleep When We’re Bored?

According to researchers, the nucleus accumbens, an area of the brain associated with pleasure and motivation, can also promote sleep. Researchers believe the findings might help answer why we often fall asleep when we are bored.

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·September 28, 2017·3 min read

Study Suggests Answer to Young Persistent Sleep Problems in Young People

Exercise intervention may help to stem sleep problems in teens, a new study reports.

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·September 18, 2017·5 min read

Why Bad Sleep Doesn’t Always Lead to Depression

Researchers from Duke University report people with poor sleep quality were less likely to experience symptoms of depression if they had higher activity in the ventral striatum.

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·September 3, 2017·4 min read

Children’s Sleep Quality Linked to Mothers’ Insomnia

A new study reveals children are more likely to experience poor sleep patterns if their mother suffers from insomnia. However, there is no link between children's sleep quality and insomnia in their fathers.

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insomnia

Amber Tinted Glasses May Provide Relief For Insomnia

To Sleep or Not to Sleep: The Complex Genetic Network Behind Sleep Duration

Why Our Brains Need Sleep, and What Happens If We Don’t Get Enough

Link Between Nightmares and Self Harm

More Teens Than Ever Aren’t Getting Enough Sleep

Menopause Triggers Metabolic Changes in Brain That May Promote Alzheimer’s

Does Marijuana Affect Your Sleep?

Unrecognized Health Hazard of Sleep Loss: An Epidemic of Dream Deprivation

Why Do We Fall Asleep When We’re Bored?

Study Suggests Answer to Young Persistent Sleep Problems in Young People

Why Bad Sleep Doesn’t Always Lead to Depression

Children’s Sleep Quality Linked to Mothers’ Insomnia

Spiritual Distress Is a Clinical Reality in Brain Disease

Most Insomnia Meds Don’t Worsen Sleep Apnea

Ghost in the Machine: Brain Predicts Images Before We See Them

Dog-Inspired Robot: How Gestures Help AI Master the Art of “Fetch”

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