FeaturedNeuroscience·December 14, 2015·3 min readHumans Evolved to Get Better Quality Sleep in Less TimeA new study reports we evolved to be more efficient sleepers than our closest animal relatives.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 14, 2015·3 min readShort Sleep Linked to Distracted Secondary Eating, Drinking and ObesityResearchers report short sleep patterns of less than 7 hours are associated with more time spent in secondary eating and drinking, thus increasing a potential risk for obesity.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·December 8, 2015·5 min readEmotions Compromised By Lack of SleepResearchers report a lack of sleep can have a negative impact on emotions.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·November 23, 2015·4 min readTrouble Remembering New Names? Get Some SleepResearchers report people are better able to remember new faces and names after a good night's sleep.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 18, 2015·2 min readNew Compound Regulates Wakefulness and Remedies NarcolepsyResearchers have developed a new compound that promotes wakefulness and acts as a remedy for narcolepsy in animal models.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·November 12, 2015·3 min readLead Exposure Impacts Children’s SleepAccording to a new study, early life exposure to lead can increase risk of insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness and other sleep problems in later childhood.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·November 5, 2015·4 min readLack of Sleep May Increase Diabetes RiskAccording to a new study, insufficient sleep can increase insulin sensitivity and heightens risk for developing diabetes.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·November 2, 2015·3 min readSleepwalkers Feel No Pain and Remain Asleep, Despite Suffering InjuriesA new study reports during episodes of sleepwalking, people feel no pain and remain asleep despite suffering injury.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPain·October 30, 2015·4 min readTherapy Could Help Chronic Pain Sufferers Get a Good Night’s SleepResearchers report chronic pain sufferers could benefit from cognitive therapy to help them sleep better.Read More
FeaturedMost PopularPsychology·October 30, 2015·4 min readInterrupted Sleep Worse for Mood Than Reduced, Continuous Sleep TimeA new study reports quality of sleep is more important than the quantity of sleep for a positive mood.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·October 28, 2015·3 min readThe Right Way to Learn While You SleepIf you want to learn a new language while you sleep, make sure your brain can do its job undisturbed, a new study suggests.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 28, 2015·3 min readJet Lag-Like Sleep Disruptions May Spur Memory Loss in Alzheimer’s DiseaseAccording to a new study, disturbances in the circadian rhythm may contribute to memory loss and learning problems in Alzheimer's disease.Read More
