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·July 10, 2018·6 min read

15 Minutes of Exercise Creates Optimal Brain State for Mastering New Motor Skills

A new study reports a short burst of exercise can dramatically improve long term retention of new motor skills.

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·July 6, 2018·4 min read

Gene Linked to Job Related Exhaustion in Shift Workers Increases Alzheimer’s Risk

Researchers report a variation of the MTNR1A gene is linked to an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease in older people. The same gene has previously been implicated in reduced tolerance to shift work in the aging population.

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·July 5, 2018·3 min read

How Vibrations in Cars Make Drivers Sleepy

A new study reveals the natural vibrations of cars make people feel sleepier. After just 15 minutes of driving, concentration and alertness levels are reduced for those behind the wheel.

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·June 19, 2018·4 min read

A Single Binge Drinking Episode Affects Gene that Regulates Sleep

Researchers report a single instance of binge drinking could alter a gene associated with sleep regulation.

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·June 14, 2018·6 min read

Brain Changes Linked to Sleep Needed

A new study sheds light on the biochemistry of sleep need in the brain.

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·June 14, 2018·4 min read

Treatment Options For Nightmare Disorder in Adults

Researchers propose a variety of therapeutic approaches and medications to help combat adult nightmare disorder.

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·June 14, 2018·5 min read

Early Birds Less Prone to Depression

A new study reports middle aged people who are early risers have a lower risk of developing depression.

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·June 13, 2018·4 min read

The Impact Religion Has on Sleep Quality

A new study reveals a link between religious attendance and better sleep quality. Researchers say religiosity could decrease some psychological distress, substance abuse and stress exposure, all of which are associated with sleep outcomes.

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·June 7, 2018·3 min read

Mom’s Voice May Help Babies Sleep Better in NICU

Babies in NICU sleep better when their hear their mom's voice, a new study reports. Researchers found babies slept better and woke less often when they were played recordings of their mother's reading a story.

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·June 6, 2018·2 min read

Teenage Girls More Impacted by Sleepiness Than Boys

Researchers report teenage girls are more heavily impacted by sleepiness than boys of the same age. The study reveals teen girls have more trouble saying awake during school hours and often feel too tired to embark on other social activities.

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·June 5, 2018·2 min read

Maternal Depressive Emotions Associated With Children’s Sleep Problems

A new study reveals a link between prenatal depression and sleep quality in children. Researchers report maternal depression, both prenatal and postnatal, is associated with greater sleep disturbances in children.