Experts share tips for falling asleep—and staying asleep through the night, plus why it’s so crucial to get enough sleep.

If you care about longevity, sleep matters. Poor sleep doesn't just leave you tired, it's also linked to faster aging and a higher risk of chronic disease. A 2024 study of more than 60,000 adults ...

It has clear consequences on your sleep quality.

Most adults wish they could catch more ZZZs for better health, sharper focus or simply to wake up feeling rested. Despite that desire, sufficient sleep remains elusive for millions. About one in three ...

Christine Won got into sleep medicine by accident. As an undergraduate student, she signed up for a course called “Sleep and Dreams.” Almost immediately, she became fascinated by the study and ...

A good night’s sleep can be all too rare—two-thirds of us admit to experiencing disrupted slumber every night. If you count yourself among this rather hefty section of society, then you’ve probably ...

Insomnia can make it difficult to get through the day. Whether you struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, or both, poor sleep can affect your mood, alertness, and overall health. When these problems ...

It’s that time again. With the arrival of spring Daylight Saving Time (DST) this past Sunday, March 8, Americans lost an hour of sleep as their clocks sprang forward. While spring DST brings longer ...

Many children, including those with chronic conditions or neurodevelopmental disorders, have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. The first steps for improving sleep in these patients are to look ...

Simple nighttime habits that can improve deep sleep, recovery, and long-term health. Consistent sleep and wake times lower mortality risk, highlighting sleep regularity over just duration. Light, ...