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New research reveals the surprising global impact of insomnia

The consequences of insomnia go well beyond the individual, with cascading effects on families, employers and global economies.

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MIT sleep study delivers unexpected findings

Getting more sleep seems to provide big benefits: Many people find it gives them increased energy, emotional control, and well-being.

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People sleep the least from early 30s to early 50s, study finds

Sleep duration declines in early adulthood until age 33, and then picks up again at age 53, according to new findings.

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Scientists identify sleep habits that substantially increase dementia risk

According to a new study, how long people sleep and when they go to bed could influence their risk of dementia.

Joseph Shavit

MIT sleep study delivers unexpected findings

Many people find getting more sleep gives them increased energy, emotional control, and an improved sense of well-being.

Joseph Shavit

Trouble falling asleep at night? Research results are truly eye-opening

A study measuring the sleep patterns of students has turned up some surprises about how and when our bodies tell us to sleep.

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Scientists identify sleep habits that significantly increase dementia risk

The link between sleep problems and dementia has, however, been found to be inconsistent in population-based studies, the researchers said.

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Sleep is the new 8th measure of cardiovascular health

Study using the American Heart Association framework provides evidence that sleep is integral to preserving heart health

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‘Night owls’ have greater risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease than 'Early Birds'

New research found wake/sleep cycles cause metabolic differences and alter our body’s preference for energy sources.