Two small molecules, KL101 and TH301, are the first compounds that selectively target circadian clock components CRY1 and CRY2. Read More
One-third of subjects who started using cannabis frequently before age 18 were more likely to report insomnia and short sleep duration as adults. Read More
Study identifies a key role the brainstem neurotensinergic neurons play in non-REM sleep regulation. Read More
Stress, loneliness, and sleep loss can weaken the immune system, leaving people more susceptible to COVID-19. The best way to mitigate the negative health effects of stress and social isolation during the pandemic is to stay connected with others, particularly via video calls. Read More
Chronic stress can affect a person's health and mental well being. Due to the COVID-19 virus, chronic stress is on the rise worldwide. Researchers examine the general and psychological health implications of chronic stress and suggest some methods we can adopt to keep our stress levels in check. Read More
Infants who experience poor sleep quality and disrupted sleep may be at increased risk of depression, anxiety, and behavioral problems as toddlers. Read More
Delivering a memory-inducing scent to one nostril while a person sleeps helps boost memory retention. Read More
Monitoring sleep spindles in sheep may one day translate to sleep based diagnosis of neurodegenerative diseases in humans. Read More
Inconsistent bedtimes and irregular sleep patterns could more than double the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Read More
14mg of saffron extract taken twice a day for twenty-eight days improved quality of sleep in adults who reported sleep disruptions. Patients reported improvement in sleep following just seven days of taking saffron extract. Read More
Women who sleep poorly tend to overeat and have an unhealthy diet, putting them at increased risk of developing heart disease and obesity. Read More
People exposed to the scent of their lover's overnight experience better quality sleep, even when their partner is not physically present. Read More
