FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 2, 2020·5 min readCircadian Rhythms Help Guide Waste From BrainDuring wakeful periods, the glymphatic system diverts cerebrospinal fluid to lymph nodes in the neck. The CSF may act as a "fluid clock" that helps initiate the body's infection-fighting capabilities during the day. Astrocytes in the suprachiasmatic nucleus may serve to control CSF through the central nervous system. Communication between astrocytes in different brain regions may optimize the glymphatic system's function as we sleep.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 1, 2020·5 min readNew Hope for InsomniacsDigital sleep therapy could be an effective method to treat insomnia and reduce the use of sleeping pills.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 29, 2020·3 min readSleep Restriction Amplifies AngerPeople report experiencing greater feelings of anger on days following disrupted sleep.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 29, 2020·4 min readAtheists Are More Likely to Sleep BetterAtheists and agnostics are less likely to experience sleep problems than those who have religious faith. 73% of atheists and agnostics report getting more than seven hours of nightly sleep, compared to 63% of Catholics and 55% of baptists. Atheists also report experiencing fewer difficulties in falling asleep.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 28, 2020·3 min readA Coffee and Catnap Keep You Sharp on the NightshiftConsuming coffee immediately before taking a nap can help reduce sleep inertia in night shift workers who can take a brief nap on the job.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 20, 2020·7 min readConcussions Can Cause Long-Term Sleep ProblemsConcussions could have lasting implications on sleep, a new study reports. People who experienced concussion reported sleep disturbances, daytime drowsiness, and fatigue that were persistent months after their injury.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·August 19, 2020·3 min readIs Risk of Alzheimer’s Linked to Specific Sleep Patterns?Sleep disturbances may be an outcome of Alzheimer's in those with a genetic predisposition, but not a cause of dementia. Those with genetic risk factors for Alzheimer's tend to have shorter sleep durations and are more likely to be early risers but are less likely to suffer from insomnia.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·August 19, 2020·4 min readMelatonin Linked to Improved Brain Function in Child ConcussionResearchers identified a specific neural network that positively responds to melatonin following concussion in children. Results suggest melatonin may help compensate for normal brain function that has been interrupted due to injury caused by concussion and helps prevent sleep disturbances.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·August 15, 2020·4 min readStudy Identifies Social Connection as the Strongest Protective Factor for DepressionActive social connection is the strongest protective factor for depression, a new study reports. Additionally, reducing sedentary activities such as watching TV or taking a nap can also help lower depression risk.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 6, 2020·6 min readBrain Noise Contains Unique Signature of Dream SleepUsing EEG to measure REM sleep allowed scientists to distinguish dreaming from wakefulness.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 6, 2020·4 min readREM Sleep Tunes Eating BehaviorSuppressing the activity of hypothalamic neurons in mice during REM sleep resulted in a decrease in the amount of food later consumed. The study suggests REM sleep is essential to stabilize food intake.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 4, 2020·3 min readCan Sleep Protect Us From Forgetting Old Memories?Memories are dynamic, not static, researchers report. Sleep helps reorganize memories and presents them in the most efficient ways. Even old memories are not final. Sleep helps to keep memories constantly updated.Read More
