Researchers shed light on why we need to sleep and discuss the effects of sleep deprivation. Read More
Consuming nicotine and alcohol four hours before bedtime causes worse sleep continuity and sleep disruptions. Surprisingly, researchers found no link between caffeine consumption four hours before sleep and sleep disturbances for most people. Read More
A retrospective analysis finds a correlation between sleep disorders and a lack of essential vitamins and minerals. Read More
Irregular sleep patterns have been linked to an increased risk of developing metabolic disorders such as diabetes and obesity. Read More
Opioids are often prescribed to help those with chronic pain manage sleep problems associated with their condition. New research reports opioids effect on sleep quality is limited and of poor quality. Additionally, opioids can increase the risk of sleep apnea. Read More
Deficiencies in the SHANK3 gene have been linked to sleep disruptions in both mouse models and people with ASD. Researchers found patients with Phelan-McDermid syndrome, a genetic disorder associated with autism, report trouble falling, and staying asleep. In mouse models, animals lacking the SHANK3 gene had a reduction in deep sleep quality and spent more time awake when other mice were sleeping. Read More
Sleep loss leads to negativity bias, negative mood and impaired emotional regulation. Read More
An uncommon variant of the PDE11A gene impacts both quality and duration of sleep. Genetic regions linked to sleep quality are also associated with serotonin production. The study also reveals those with the same hip circumference and a higher waist circumference sleep less, although the effect is small. Read More
A new study reports children and pre-teens who are exposed to screen time in the dark an hour before sleep are more likely to have sleep disturbances, a higher risk of anxiety and may be more prone to obesity. Read More
Study reports losing just one night of sleep can increase cravings for junk foods. Read More
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. Read More
Researchers report adults who sleep six hours per night, as opposed to the recommended eight, have higher chances of waking up dehydrated. Read More
