Alexis Appelstein, DO, is a board-certified anesthesiologist based in Atlanta, Georgia. General insomnia affects about one-third of people in the United States. Adjustment insomnia is a type of ...

Dec. 22, 2025 A new study shows dopamine isn’t the brain’s movement “gas pedal” after all. Instead of setting speed or strength, it quietly enables movement in the background, much like oil in an ...

Caroline Igo (she/her/hers) was a wellness editor at CNET and holds Sleep Science Coach and Stress Management certificates from the Spencer Institute. She received her bachelor's degree in creative ...

Sleep problems may be one of the first symptoms of major depressive disorder -- a serious, but treatable mental health problem, more commonly known as depression. Not only a symptom of depression, ...

Jessica is a writer, editor and media professional who has spent her career working with some of the most influential names in media. Prior to joining Forbes Health, Jessica was the manager of ...

Award-winning senior researcher/writer with 25 years' experience writing about wellbeing, covering everything from indigestion remedies to insect repellents. Around a third of adults experience sleep ...

Insomnia is common in early pregnancy but doesn't always mean you're pregnant. The second trimester may improve sleep but problems may return in the third trimester. Talk to your provider about safe ...

Bedtime routines can help children fall asleep easier. Parents and guardians should set limits and enforce bedtime rules to improve sleep. Children who do not sleep enough can have behavior and health ...

Most people sometimes have a night or two when they just can’t fall asleep, but if it becomes a recurring problem and it impacts your daytime routine, there are many sleep aids to consider. Sarah ...