Sleep problems surprisingly common in adults with ADHD, study finds
A large study of adults with ADHD found that 60% of these individuals reported some type of sleep disorder. Specifically, 36% reported having problems falling asleep (delayed sleep onset), 31% reported...
View ArticleAstronaut sleep study reveals how spaceflight alters rest patterns
Astronauts face unique challenges during space missions, and their sleep patterns are no exception. A recent study conducted by researchers at Harvard College, Harvard Medical School, and NASA Ames...
View ArticleScientists show how common sleep aid disrupts brain’s natural cleaning process
Scientists have discovered that rhythmic oscillations of a specific neurotransmitter play a vital role in clearing toxic proteins from the brain during non-rapid eye movement (non-REM) sleep. These...
View ArticleA short nap boosts problem-solving by strengthening hidden connections
A recent study published in the Journal of Sleep Research provides evidence that sleep, particularly rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, enhances problem-solving ability through analogical transfer. The...
View ArticleCan light exposure help teens sleep earlier? New study suggests yes
A study of a small group of adolescents found that their sleep patterns are associated with their exposure to light during the day. Adolescents exposed to more light during the daytime tended to go to...
View ArticleNew study links poor sleep quality to cannabis-related memory issues
A new study published in The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse has discovered that sleep problems may be a key factor in how cannabis use affects memory, highlighting the importance of sleep...
View ArticlePeople maltreated as children tend to have more severe sleep problems, study...
A study of Chinese youths found that individuals who suffered maltreatment in childhood tended to have more sleep problems, possibly due to impaired emotion regulation processes. Participants who...
View ArticleLack of TikTok self-control strongly predicts bedtime procrastination
Is TikTok use affecting young people’s sleep? A recent study published in Acta Psychologica explored this question and uncovered an interesting link between TikTok and bedtime habits. The research...
View ArticleSleep disruption interferes with consolidation of fear memories, study finds
A study on mice found that a six-hour sleep disruption interfered with the consolidation of fear memories, making them weaker. This disruption also increased the levels of mRNA encoding brain-derived...
View ArticleNew study examines the connection between daily activity and sleep quality in...
A study in China that tracked students’ physical activity for seven days found that those with insomnia slept better on days when they engaged in more vigorous physical activity or were more sedentary...
View ArticlePoor sleep in teens linked to anxiety and depression—negative thinking may be...
Teens who sleep poorly may be at risk for anxiety and depression—repetitive negative thinking may explain why. This research was published in Clinical Psychological Science. Sleep problems are common...
View ArticleSleep problems act as a mediator between chronic disease and depression
New research has revealed that individuals who have suffered a stroke, as well as those with heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension, have increased odds of developing depression. Additionally,...
View ArticleThis common activity is linked to 59% higher odds of insomnia, study finds
A large study of Norwegian college students has found that spending more time on screens after going to bed is tied to a higher likelihood of experiencing insomnia and getting less sleep — no matter...
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Disrupted sleep and circadian rhythms linked to opioid addiction and relapse...
A good night’s sleep often sets the stage for a positive day. But for the nearly quarter of American adults struggling with mental illness, a good night’s rest is often elusive. For patients with...
View ArticleNew study uncovers how poor sleep sets the stage for nightmares—but not the...
A new study published in the Journal of Sleep Research offers insight into how disrupted sleep and nightmares are related. Using wearable technology to track sleep patterns in the homes of...
View ArticleScientists tested three wake-up routines. One type of bedroom lighting...
Many people struggle with grogginess in the morning, a common experience known as sleep inertia. A new study published in Building and Environment suggests that a simple change to your bedroom lighting...
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Sleep-deprived minds are more likely to believe in conspiracy theories
Conspiracy theories captivate the imagination. They offer simple explanations for complex events, often involving secret plots by powerful groups. From the belief that the moon landing was faked to...
View ArticleNightly CBD linked to better morning mood but no changes in cognitive function
A new study published in the journal Psychopharmacology found that taking cannabidiol (CBD) nightly for two weeks did not impair thinking, memory, or reaction time in people with insomnia. Participants...
View ArticleEvening chronotypes and attachment insecurity linked to depression in flight...
New research published in the journal Chronobiology International suggests that flight attendants with a preference for evening activity and those who report insecure attachment styles may be more...
View ArticleMost bereaved people dream of or sense the deceased, study finds — and the...
A new study published in the journal Dreaming finds that the majority of bereaved individuals—whether grieving the death of a romantic partner or a pet—report vivid dreams or waking experiences...
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