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Brain Still ‘Connected’ During Non-REM Sleep

Neuroscience NewsDecember 1, 2017

Contrary to a popular theory, researchers discover the brain remains connected during non-REM sleep. The study reports not all forms of communication within the cerebral cortex are disrupted during this sleep phase.... Read More...

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New Wake Promoting Node Pinpointed in Brain

Neuroscience NewsNovember 10, 2017

A new study reports supamammillary glutamate neurons in the caudal hypothalamus play a critical role in wakefulness.... Read More...

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

Neuroscience NewsNovember 5, 2017

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.... Read More...

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

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 29, 2017

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.... Read More...

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Intriguing Link Between Sleep, Cognition and Schizophrenia Identified

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 28, 2017

A study in Sleep reports on a link between cognition, sleep and a metabolite called kynurenic acid. The metabolite has previously been linked to schizophrenia. ... Read More...

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Can’t Sleep Due to Stress? Here’s the Cure

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 5, 2017

According to researchers, octacosanol, an active compound found in sugarcane can help reduce stress and allow people to achieve a sound sleep. ... Read More...

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Love Your Beauty Rest? You Can Thank These Brain Cells

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 4, 2017

Researchers at Johns Hopkins have identified specific neurons in the zona incerta that appear to help promote sleep. The discovery could help develop new treatments for insomnia and other sleep disorders.... Read More...

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Altered Gut Microbiome Could Indicate Parkinson’s Disease

Neuroscience NewsAugust 29, 2017

Even during early stages of the disease, gut bacteria in those with Parkinson's differs significantly from those without the disease, a new study reports.... Read More...

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Less REM Sleep Tied to Greater Risk of Dementia

Neuroscience NewsAugust 26, 2017

A new study in Neurology reports people who don't get enough REM sleep may face a higher risk of developing dementia. Researchers noted people who developed dementia spent 17% of their time in REM sleep compared to 20% of time in REM sleep for those without the neurodegenerative disease.... Read More...

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Purpose in Life by Day Linked to Better Sleep at Night

Neuroscience NewsJuly 10, 2017

Researchers at Northwestern University report older adults who suffer from sleep disturbances such as sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome might enjoy a better night's sleep by cultivating a purpose in life.... Read More...

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The Secret Connection Between Anxiety and Sleep

Neuroscience NewsJuly 3, 2017

Researchers have identified neurons that appear to play a critical role in connecting sleep and emotions. The findings provide an important insight into the pathophysiology of insomnia and the role of orexin in arousal regulation. Researchers hope their findings will lead to new remedies for sleep disorders.... Read More...

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Connecting the Dots Between Dreams and Brain Disease

Neuroscience NewsMay 30, 2017

Researchers report dream dysfunctions and sleep disorders may be warning signs of neurodegenerative diseases up to 15 years before other symptoms appear.... Read More...

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Brain Still ‘Connected’ During Non-REM Sleep

New Wake Promoting Node Pinpointed in Brain

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

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

Intriguing Link Between Sleep, Cognition and Schizophrenia Identified

Can’t Sleep Due to Stress? Here’s the Cure

Love Your Beauty Rest? You Can Thank These Brain Cells

Altered Gut Microbiome Could Indicate Parkinson’s Disease

Less REM Sleep Tied to Greater Risk of Dementia

Purpose in Life by Day Linked to Better Sleep at Night

The Secret Connection Between Anxiety and Sleep

Connecting the Dots Between Dreams and Brain Disease