FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 5, 2019·4 min readResearch identifies genetic causes of poor sleepAn 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
FeaturedNeurology·January 14, 2019·5 min readSleeping Less Than Six Hours May Increase Cardiovascular RiskResearchers report sleeping less than six hours a night may increase your risk of developing cardiovascular disease compared to those who sleep the recommended eight hours per night.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 12, 2018·4 min readPoor Diet, Obesity and More Screen Time Linked With Insufficient Sleep in ChildrenResearchers report insufficient sleep is associated with unhealthy eating patterns, an increased risk of obesity and more screen time in school aged children.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 7, 2018·4 min readShorter Sleep Can Lead to DehydrationResearchers report adults who sleep six hours per night, as opposed to the recommended eight, have higher chances of waking up dehydrated.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·October 9, 2018·4 min readToo Much Sleep is Bad For the BrainWhile the effects of sleep deprivation are well known, researchers discover sleeping too much could have a detrimental effect on your brain. A new study reports sleeping more than eight hours per night can reduce cognitive ability and reasoning skills.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 4, 2018·3 min readPeople Who Sleep Less Than 8 Hours a Night More Likely to Suffer Anxiety and DepressionBinghampton University researchers report sleeping less than 8 hours a night can result in negative, repetitive thoughts associated with anxiety and depression.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 15, 2017·4 min readTo Sleep or Not to Sleep: The Complex Genetic Network Behind Sleep DurationNIH 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.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 4, 2017·3 min readRemoving Digital Devices From Bedroom Improves Sleep For Kids and TeensA new study recommends different strategies, including removing digital devices before bedtime and embarking on calming activities to encourage healthy sleep in children and teens.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 19, 2017·4 min readMore Teens Than Ever Aren’t Getting Enough SleepResearchers report teens may be sacrificing sleep in order to spend more time on smartphones and tablets. Sleep deprivation can impact mental and physical health.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·October 16, 2017·2 min readSleep Duration May Affect Integrity of Sperm DNAResearchers have identified a link between sleep duration in men and the chromosomal health of their sperm.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 27, 2016·4 min readChild’s Sleep Duration Influenced by Parental Confidence and Sleep DurationEducating parents about their own sleep health could help their children to get enough sleep, a new study reports.Read More
