Certain patterns of brain activity during awakening correlate with a lower likelihood of the bleary-eyed state called ‘sleep ...

Now, new research recently published in PLOS Biology suggests my midday lie-downs aren’t just helping me beat the heat and power up for the afternoon. Naps can actually help you sleep your way to ...

Karl Simon visits Highgate Cemetery to show us the importance of contrast in black-and-white painting on a tablet.

“There is a part of our mind that wants to approach the unknown and learn about it. You just need to tap into it,” he says.

Though it can be difficult, it is possible to get a newborn to sleep in their bassinet, and we gathered some tips from a certified sleep consultant and a pediatrician to help all you bleary-eyed ...

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Most people use the snooze alarm upon waking — but is the habit sapping vital sleep? Three experts weigh in on how to get the most out of snoozing.

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Sleep disorders, particularly obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), can have a negative impact on bone health. OSA causes you to stop breathing for periods when you sleep.