Many teens have a knack for staying up late and waking up even later. For some, this sleep pattern is simply a lifestyle choice. For others, it could be Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome (DSPS) or Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder (DSPD). These are sleep disorders in which a person’s circadian rhythm does not follow the normal day/night […]
Social media is great for staying in touch with friends and family but it can sometimes feel overwhelming! Between Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest and Snapchat, how much time do you spend scrolling through feeds? If you’re like the average American, you’re putting in more than an hour a day on one or more social […]
Use Relaxation Techniques to Sleep Better! Many factors can hinder your sleep quality. Among the chief concern for many is the excess worry and anxiety built up during the day that can affect your ability to doze off. If you’ve ever experienced this yourself, you know how difficult it can be to fall and stay asleep […]
Design a Bedroom For Sleep Use design to sleep better at night! For most people, getting better sleep is (or should be!) a priority. You’ve probably heard there are ideal bedroom settings that can help you achieve this goal. Some of the most common tips are keeping your bedroom dark, quiet, and cool, between 60-70 […]
“It’s like a dishwasher,” says Dr. Maiken Nedergaard, a University of Rochester School of Medicine professor. You’d never guess she’s talking about your brain. It’s true — studies show that during sleep, your brain circulates cerebrospinal fluid throughout the brain and nervous system. It pumps new fluid into the brain to refresh the old fluid. […]
It’s the first night of an important business trip, and you’re tossing and turning on a lumpy hotel-room bed. You’re on vacation and have a long, eventful day planned for tomorrow, but your feet are hanging off the edge of the couch your friend generously offered. Whether you’re dealing with tight, scratchy sheets at a […]
The beginning of a new year is a great time to begin new habits. Start a healthy sleep schedule to live your best life this year! Whether you just got back from a trip across the globe or your routine is out of whack, your body’s internal clock is affected. Your personal sleep schedule stays […]
Do you know someone who stays up late but still rises early? They seem to function fine on as little as four to five hours of sleep each night. What makes some people such efficient sleepers? You might be surprised to learn it has everything to do with genetics. Natural Short Sleepers Researchers at the […]
It’s no secret that one of the components of a good night’s sleep is a dark, cool room. But not everyone gets that luxury. Even a bright alarm clock can put out enough light to be detected through closed eyelids. In fact, over 26 percent of workers in the U.S. work odd hours and plan […]
For many, a New Year’s Eve celebration is not complete without good friends and fun times. But with an all night celebration, comes the difficulty of staying up all night! This can be a challenge when you are used to a regular 9 to 5 schedule. Since most jobs don’t let employees have January 1st […]
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