Sleep deprivation effects harm brain health, impairing memory, attention, and emotion. Chronic loss risks neurodegeneration ...

Getting the recommended seven to nine hours of solid sleep a night is key if you want to remain rested and healthy. But what happens if you find yourself clocking in less, perhaps just four hours a ...

Every individual’s sleep needs vary. While 7 to 9 hours per night is a general guideline, some may feel refreshed after 6 ...

Chronic sleep deprivation is a growing public health issue that continues to have devastating effects on individuals’ lives.

All human beings need sleep. We spend a third of our lives asleep, and it’s as important as food, water or air to our survival. While scientists are still working to understand the exact nature of ...

Declining brain function is a natural part of the aging process, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be delayed. A new study has found that physical activity can boost brain function for up to 24 hours and ...

In the last several years, books and articles have increasingly drawn attention to the key role of sleep in preserving good health. In the long run, better sleep may have protective effects on risk ...

In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers created the Sleep and Dementia Consortium, comprising five population-based cohort studies. Study: Sleep Architecture, Obstructive Sleep ...

President Trump's first 30 days in office have been described as historic. Sleep, or the lack thereof. Since his first presidency, Trump has said he usually gets between four and five hours of sleep ...

Dr. Vivian Sun is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She received her medical degree from University of Maryland and psychiatry training at University of ...