How people feel about their sleep matters more than sleep quality, study finds
When it comes to sleep, it seems that perception might have a more significant impact on our well-being than reality.
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JJ Shavit
- Jun 15
Sleep habits could substantially increase dementia risk, study finds
According to a new study, how long people sleep and when they go to bed could influence their risk of dementia.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 20
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.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 24
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.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 5
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.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 2
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.
JJ Shavit
- Dec 25, 2022
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.
JJ Shavit
- Dec 16, 2022
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.
JJ Shavit
- Dec 2, 2022
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.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 24, 2022
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
JJ Shavit
- Oct 10, 2022
‘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.
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