Sleep Disorders News & Features

October 15, 2024 — Sleep is critical to good health, but when you try to perfect your overnight hours, you may sabotage your efforts.

May 8, 2024 — Vegans and vegetarians sleep around 30 more minutes per night than average and up to 90% of them report good or excellent sleep quality, according to a new survey published by the Sleep Foundation.

April 16, 2024 — An organization representing dietary supplement makers has advised its members to update packaging of melatonin sleep supplements and other dietary gummies to deter children from eating the products.

April 9, 2024 — The way you sleep – or don’t -- can be surprisingly impactful. The type of sleeper you are may profoundly influence the roadmap your health takes for a decade or longer. Here's what to know.

April 3, 2024 — Sleep eludes millions of people. Can consistent exercise help?

March 27, 2024 — Spraying magnesium on your skin may help you sleep better. But sleep medicine experts say that it should not be viewed a cure-all for sleep troubles. Here's what to know.

Have you heard about the “sleepy girl mocktail” on TikTok? Get the facts on magnesium glycinate for sleep.

March 21, 2024 — For Courtney Stinson, ensuring her daughter's comfort is a constant battle against congenital myopathy. The 9-year-old relies on a ventilator to breathe, has multiple respiratory treatments daily, and is under the constant care of rotating skilled caregivers. Last year alone, she had 36 doctor appointments.

February 2, 2024 — Many of us are now using various high-tech devices to track our sleep, all in an effort to better understand how well we’re resting. But it's what we do with that information that is most important.

January 3, 2024 — Learning techniques to improve sleep or taking the medication Ambien were similarly effective at improving daytime functioning in people with insomnia, according to a new study in the journal JAMA Psychiatry.

December 27, 2023 — Experts provide tips on how to avoid low-frequency noise while traveling for the holidays.

December 22, 2023 — Staying up late, sleeping too little, or waking up often can significantly impact a person’s emotional health, according to a new analysis that spans decades of sleep research.

December 21, 2023 — For peaceful rest during the holidays, listening to certain Christmas songs could help you fall asleep and maintain better sleep, according to a new analysis by Bed Kingdom, a bedroom furnishings company.

December 18, 2023 — People who followed a short daily guided meditation video that taught them to actively relax the body improved their memory, reaction time, and sleep in just 2 weeks, according to a small new study.

December 5, 2023 — Older people who don’t sleep the same amount of time each night may have a higher risk of problems with their thinking skills as they age, according to new research.

October 31, 2023 — People who don’t get enough deep sleep could face a higher risk of developing dementia later in life, researchers say in a new study.

October 19, 2023 — Hitting the snooze button on your alarm clock is not that bad for you after all. New research says it might even be good for you.

September 15, 2023 — A hearty breakfast could reboot your internal body clock, easing symptoms of jet lag, according to a new study.

September 15, 2023 — Older adults sleep best when the room temperature is 70 to 74 degrees, according to a recent study.

July 13, 2023 — More than a third of Americans choose to sleep away from their partners in a “sleep divorce” to avoid common nighttime disruptions like snoring, insomnia, and differing alarm times, according to new research from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

May 9, 2023 — Is there a link between sleepwalking and the sleep disorder insomnia? Here's what to know.

April 20, 2023 — Trouble with brain functions among people with sleep apnea were thought to be caused by other health issues such as obesity, high blood pressure, or diabetes.

April 11, 2023 — Sleep problems can raise the risk of heart disease and early death – unless you’re physically active.

March 16, 2023 — More than one-third of people with inflammatory bowel disease report trouble sleeping, with moderate or worse insomnia. And the more severe their insomnia, the worse the disability related to their IBD, a new study finds.

March 14, 2023 — Compared to people who slept at least 7 hours, people who slept less than 6 hours in the days surrounding a vaccine shot generated significantly fewer antibodies.

March 3, 2023 — A new study has linked heavy use of sleeping medications to the development of dementia later on.

March 1, 2023 — People with insomnia and those who slept only a few hours a night had a greater risk of heart attack than others, according to a new study.

Are you a night owl or an early bird? Or do you burn the candle at both ends? See what your sleep style is and what you can do to sleep better.

February 8, 2023 — Almost 1 in 5 American adults regularly use prescription or over-the-counter medicine to help them sleep, a new government report says.

Your age, gender, weight and more may influence the quality of your sleep. Learn more about the impact of social and economic factors.

What helps when you can't sleep? Here's what our survey found worked best to help people get some shut-eye.

Why do so many of us struggle to get enough good-quality sleep? A new WebMD study looks at America’s sleep habits.

Not enough zzz's? Too many? Both can affect your cardiac health.

Find out why morning light can make for a better night’s sleep – and how much time it takes in the morning.

Do you dread bedtime because sleep isn’t restorative for you? Maybe it’s time for a sleep mindset change. Here’s how to shift your thinking on sleep.

Keeping your bedroom cool, even when it’s cold outside, may help you get longer, more restful sleep.

Insomnia can affect your mood, and your mood can have an impact on how well you sleep. Learn more about what sleep loss does to your emotions.

Struggling with sleep problems for years can take a toll on your health and relationships. Learn how one man's insomnia diagnosis caused positive changes.

Learn about dreams and their meanings.

Struggling to sleep while you travel? Learn about what things might throw a wrench in your travel sleep plans and how to avoid them.

Learn how to fall asleep quicker and sleep better.

A young narcolepsy advocate explains how she took charge of her physical and mental health.

Learn the signs that mean your mattress needs to be replaced.

Learn about why and how reading relaxes you and helps you fall asleep.

Struggling to stay alert throughout the day? Learn more about the best scents for waking up.

Thinking about trying CBD or other cannabis compound to help you sleep? Here’s what you need to know.

If you have narcolepsy, certain complementary or alternative medicines like yoga or herbal teas may help ease or manage some of the symptoms.

Good sleep habits, called sleep hygiene, can help you get better rest. But it may not work for ongoing insomnia. See what may help instead.

You already have insomnia. What happens when life adds more interruptions to your sleep? Find out how you can keep your sleep on track when life gets in the way.