Sleep : Science World Report

May 05, 2015 06:23 PM EDT

Could Sleepwalking Be Genetic?

Could sleepwalking be genetic? New findings published in JAMA Pediatrics found that over 60 percent of children who also had two sleepwalking parents were significantly more likely to develop the condition themselves than those who did not deal with the same circumstances.

Apr 30, 2015 06:09 PM EDT

Sleep Problems Linked To Lower Pain Tolerance

New findings published in the journal Pain reveal that people with insomnia and other sleep disorders could be at an increased risk of pain sensitivity.

Apr 27, 2015 04:45 PM EDT

What Could Loud Snoring Mean For Your Health?

A loud snorer can certainly be annoying, but could it be the signs of a serious health issue? New research examines how loud snoring could be an indicator that something else is going on.

Apr 24, 2015 09:11 AM EDT

Could 'Extra Sleep' Stall Memory Problems From Alzheimer's?

Extra sleep may help prevent the risk of Alzheimer's disease, according to recent findings published in the journal Current Biology.

Apr 20, 2015 11:08 PM EDT

Is It Really Productive To Pull An All-Nighter?

Last minute studying for an exam might seem like a good idea if you're not prepared, but will it really be any help? A new study suggests that it's unlikely to do any good in reality.

Apr 15, 2015 11:50 PM EDT

Could Sleep Apnea Be An Early Symptom Of Cognitive Decline?

New findings published in the journal Neurology show that heavy snorers and individuals with sleep apnea could have difficulties retaining memory.

Apr 15, 2015 05:34 PM EDT

Could Sleep Disruption Harm A Child's Memory Process?

Could disrupted sleep impact our memory? Researchers at the University of Szeged and Eötvös Loránd University in Hungary found that particularly in children, it may impact how they process memories and how they learn.

Apr 08, 2015 01:03 AM EDT

Diagnosing Sleep Issues In Military Members May Help With Mental Issues As Well

Members of the military oftentimes return with physical and/or mental health issues.

Apr 02, 2015 04:02 PM EDT

Depression And Insomnia May Be Turning Happy Dreams Into Nightmares

A new study looks at how our mental health can affect sleep and the subconscious.

Mar 31, 2015 08:14 PM EDT

'Brain Fog' Study Shows Hidden Molecules In Cerebrospinal Fluid May Be To Blame

New findings published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry have researchers uncovering the cause of "brain fog."

Mar 31, 2015 08:59 AM EDT

'Exploding Head Syndrome': Nearly 1 in 5 Youths Has It

A new study examines the condition exploding head syndrome, which results in auditory sleep hallucinations that cause victims to suffer from problems in which they hear explosions. Over 200 students were looked at by researchers at Washington State University, revealing that as many as one in five h...

Mar 19, 2015 12:43 AM EDT

Is Artificial Light Keeping You Up At Night?

New findings published in the British journal Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B show us that preponderance of inadequate exposure to natural light during the day and overexposure to artificial light at night can actually mess up our circadian rhythm.