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March 20, 2026/Brain & Nervous System

Overtired? Why You’re Exhausted but Can’t Sleep

When your body is tired but your brain is busy, you may feel exhausted but unable to nod off

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March 12, 2025/Sleep

How Much Sleep Do I Really Need?

Most adults need seven to nine hours, while young children need around 10 to 14

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October 31, 2024/Sleep

The Military Sleep Method: Does It Work?

The military sleep method promises to get you snoozing in two minutes — the techniques are sound but outcomes may vary

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June 3, 2024/Sleep

The Scandinavian Sleep Method: A Surprisingly Simple Fix for Couples Struggling With Blanket-Hogging

Sleeping with separate blankets can help you get the ZZZs you need — without fighting for covers all night

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August 15, 2023/Sleep

Good News: You Can Make Up for Lost Sleep Over the Weekend (Kind Of)

Rest up, but make sure you don’t oversleep — it can be as bad for you as undersleeping

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June 9, 2023/Mental Health

Highway Hypnosis Is Just Around the Bend

When the drive is familiar or monotonous, ‘procedural memory’ can take the wheel

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May 12, 2023/Wellness

4 Benefits of Sleep Meditation and How To Do It

This bedtime exercise can help you fall asleep faster (and stay asleep)

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February 13, 2023/Heart Health

How a Lack of Sleep Contributes to High Blood Pressure

Blood pressure naturally dips when we sleep — and that dipping is crucial for a healthy heart

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December 28, 2022/Sleep

How Long Can You Go Without Sleep?

You’ll experience side effects of sleep deprivation within the first 24 hours

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July 22, 2022/Sleep

Should You Try Polyphasic Sleep?

The risks may outweigh the rewards of this type of sleep schedule

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