Sleep : Science World Report

Jun 27, 2014 02:23 PM EDT

Not Getting Enough Sleep? Optimum Brain Function Depends on It

Inadequate rest can have a huge impact on memory and brain function, particularly in older individuals. A recent study published in the journal PLOS ONE found that not enough sleep was often linked to cognitive impairments.

Jun 23, 2014 10:51 PM EDT

Are You Getting Enough Sleep?

A new report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that an estimated 28 percent of adult Americans are receiving less than 6 hours of sleep per night. According to the health organization, this can lead to some serious mental and physical health complications.

Jun 19, 2014 10:06 AM EDT

Early School Start Times May Negatively Impact Students' Ability to Learn

Scientists have found that middle- and upper-class elementary school students display poorer academic performance when they were required to start classes early compared to peers whose school day started later.

Jun 19, 2014 09:21 AM EDT

Can a Full Moon Cause You to Sleep Less? New Study Answers the Question

Many people believe that the moon can impact human behavior--especially when it comes to sleep patterns. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at this phenomenon and have found that the lunar phases may have nothing to do with human sleep patterns.

Jun 18, 2014 02:41 PM EDT

Kids Snooze Longer with Benefits of Educational Sleep Programs

Regular rest is particularly important to help young minds learn and grow. And helping children realize the importance of an adequate night's sleep may also help parents switch off the lights a bit earlier than before.

Jun 10, 2014 01:01 PM EDT

Sleep Loss Causes Brain Vulnerability to Toxic Elements

It turns out that sleep loss can cause certain neurotoxic molecules that usually circulate in the blood to be transported to the central nervous system and interfere with the function of neurons.

Jun 10, 2014 11:41 AM EDT

Sleep Protects Children and Parents Against Obesity

Sleep is more important than you might think. Scientists have found that more parental sleep is related to more child sleep. This, in turn, is related to decreased childhood obesity.

Jun 05, 2014 01:28 PM EDT

Couples Sleep in Sync When the Wife is Satisfied with Her Marriage

Scientists have found that couples are more likely to sleep in sync when the wife is more satisfied with her marriage.

May 21, 2014 10:23 AM EDT

Lack of Sleep Linked to Childhood Obesity and Overall Body Fat Increase

Scientists have found that there may be a link between reduced sleep and childhood obesity, which could mean that getting a good night's rest could be crucial for your child's wellbeing.

May 12, 2014 10:09 AM EDT

Electrical Brain Zap Helps Induce State of Lucid Dreaming

A recent study conducted by researchers from Harvard University in Boston, Mass., shows that electrical stimulation can potentially induce lucid dreaming--a state in which people are aware of and in control of their dreams.

May 05, 2014 01:37 PM EDT

Babies Should Sleep on Their Backs: Risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Since 1994, parents have been urged to place their babies to sleep on their backs in order to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Yet it turns out that not all caregivers have been warned.

Apr 28, 2014 12:31 AM EDT