Research reveals a hidden genetic link that dictates exactly how your nighttime routine impacts your brain.

New research is suggesting a link between poor sleep in adolescents and poorer overall health.

Short-sleep (typically less than 5–6 h per night) [1,2,3] and long-sleep (typically more than 8–10 h per night) [1,2,3] are suboptimal sleep durations that, along with depression, are major ...

In both clinical and observational studies, sleep quality is usually assessed by subjective self-report. The literature is mixed about how accurately these self-reports track objectively (e.g. via ...

Share on Pinterest A recent study investigated how creatine supplements may improve cognitive performance after poor sleep. Aydan Metev/Getty Images Creatine is a common sports supplement that is ...

Too little or too much sleep might be hurting you more than you think.

Though magnesium has long been seen as a potential sleep aid, the authors say the new form of magnesium salt may provide a clearer benefit. Corresponding author, Heather A. Hausenblas, PhD, ...

Sleeping nine hours or more per night is associated with worse cognitive performance, and it is even more the case for those with depression. There might be such a thing as getting too much of a good ...

It might be worth working a little bit harder to get that much-desired, but often elusive, good night's sleep. Deep sleep clears the mind of waste just as a "dishwasher" cleans dirty plates and ...

Introduction Cannabis use is common in the USA and is associated with adverse outcomes across many domains, including sleep ...

At-home sleep tests are convenient and cheaper than lab studies. But there are some major differences you should know before buying. Taylor Leamey Former Senior Writer Taylor Leamey wrote about all ...