The ability to regulate your emotions may be linked to the likelihood of insomnia getting in the way of much needed quality rest. Published in the British Journal of Health Psychology by the British Psychology Society, researchers from Örebro University in Sweden had 2,333 adults answer questions regarding their emotional regulation and insomnia symptoms. Difficulties with […]
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Repeat, Repeat for Faster Quality Sleep!
Insomnia getting in the way of falling asleep fast or staying in dreamland? After long hard days at work and juggling a hectic to-do-list, simply climbing into bed may not be enough to bring relaxation and quality sleep. According to YouBeauty, one sleep strategy could be as easy as repetition, giving your brain the perfect […]
Cutting Back Sleeping Pills May Bring Insomnia Relief
Reducing the dosage of prescribed sleeping pills may be the answer to helping people with chronic insomnia find relief. Researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania say that as little as half of the drugs may be enough to treat the sleep disorder, as well as including placebos in treatment […]
6 Tricks to Fall Asleep Faster This Week
Have you been struggling to fall asleep lately? You aren’t alone, as just about everyone experiences the occasional sleepless night. Nonetheless, having the tools to conquer sleep woes as quickly as possible can help prevent insomnia from fully setting in. Try applying these tricks shared by Telegraph Men to your bedtime routine to fall asleep […]
Insomnia Linked With Early Mortality For Men
Poor sleep has been shown to increase serious health risks by numerous studies, but it may also be linked to longevity. According to a new study, insomnia symptoms could be a predictor for early death for older men. The Huffington Post tells us that researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital found that over their […]
Insomnia Linked to Productivity Loss at Work
Don’t think there is a link between poor sleep and poor work performance? According to a Harvard study, insomnia leads to 11.3 days of productivity loss at work each year, which is also equal to a $2,280 loss. The Washington Post tells us that the findings show as a whole insomnia costs our nation a […]
Car Crash Risk Doubles for New Sleeping Pill Users
After exhausting natural options to better sleep, your licensed physician may have prescribed a sleeping medication to help you get back on track. However, while numerous studies have already linked sleeping aids to an increase in motor vehicle accidents, a recent study suggests that the risk is even higher for new users. Led by University […]
Treating Sleep Problems May Reduce Self-Harm in Teens
According to a recent Norwegian study, there is a strong link between sleep issues and self-harm. Published in British Journal of Psychiatry, psychology specialist Mari Hysing from Uni Research and her team of researchers specifically focused on adolescents. It is critical that adolescents get the proper sleep for their age group every night not only […]
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia May Improve Health
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) has been getting plenty of praise from researchers and sleep medicine professionals. Earlier this year, the drug-free treatment was found to be especially effective in reducing the insomnia of our U.S military veterans, potentially saving lives as the sleep disorder can increase suicidal thoughts, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. […]
Is It Really Worth It to Get More Sleep?
Making the most of your sleep can easily slip your mind. However, staying committed to practicing healthy sleep habits is worth it to help you accomplish all of your goals and have a higher satisfaction with your life. Sleep deprivation doesn’t just make you irritable, tired and less attractive; it leads to serious consequences for […]
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