Sleep and Health

Summary Feeling tired in the morning but alert at night is a common problem linked to disrupted sleep patterns or disorders. Experts recommend tracking sleep habits and maintaining consistent wake…

Summary Political and societal upheavals can disrupt sleep and trigger insomnia in vulnerable individuals, according to sleep experts. Chronic insomnia may lead to serious health complications including heart attacks and…

Do you find yourself reaching for an alcoholic drink to unwind and drift off to sleep? Whether it’s an old-fashioned, a hot toddy or even an espresso martini, many people…

Summary Over 20% of plush toys were purchased by adults in 2024, with increased interest since the pandemic, sales data shows. Stuffed animals provide comfort during uncertainty and help adults…

Summary Wearing socks to bed could help improve sleep by lowering core body temperature, according to Cleveland Clinic specialists. The process of warming feet opens blood vessels, increasing heat loss…

It’s almost time for clocks to “fall back” one hour and gain one hour of sleep. On the first Sunday of November, at 2 a.m., clocks fall back an hour…

If your child sometimes has trouble sleeping, it may be easy to chalk it up to a phase they will grow out of one day. But a new study suggests…

The nightmares are intense and often horrifying, sometimes lasting well into the day. “There’s a serial killer after me and the last few years I have the same one,” according…

When it comes to maintaining a regular sleep schedule, sometimes a busy week can throw everything out of whack even when you have the best of intentions. Naturally, catching up…

Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical…