If you think you need sleep testing, here are 8 things you should ask yourself. Our expert explains diagnosing sleep disorders and what help is available.
Why Do You Always Wake Up at 3 a.m.?
Waking up at the same time every night is surprisingly common. It’s usually harmless, especially if you easily doze off again. Here’s what to do about it.
Can You Get a Sore Throat From Sleeping With Your Window Open?
There are many common reasons you might wake up with a sore throat. Our expert explains how to troubleshoot them and when to seek help.
Why Do We Dream? A Sleep Expert Answers 5 Questions
How often have you been amused by a weird dream? Find out what’s going on in our brains when we dream — and whether it means anything.
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Is Your Child Getting Enough Sleep? Here’s How to Tell
School-aged children (5 to 12 years old) need 9 to 12 hours of sleep each night, but many children get only 7 to 8 hours per night — sometimes even less.
Is Your Sleep Position Causing You Back Pain?
The ideal sleeping position? It’s on your back, according to physical therapists. But there are options for side sleepers, too. Learn how to sleep to avoid back pain.
Back to School Means Back to Bedtime
Mention the word “bedtime” in the summer and you’re sure to get groans from kids of any age. That’s especially true of teenagers who have spent the summer staying out late and sleeping until noon. But when it’s time to go back to school, getting back into healthy sleep patterns is a necessity for having … Read More
10 Ways Sleep Deprivation Affects Your Health
Think turning in at 12:30 a.m. and dragging yourself out of bed when the alarm sounds at 6 a.m. is no big deal? Here Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer, DO, explains why your health depends on reprioritizing a good night’s sleep.
Wake Up Stiff and Sore Every Morning? Try These Adjustments to Make Sleep Swell Again
Sleep is essential to good health, so it’s a real drag when you wake up every morning stiff or sore. If inflammation is to blame, our eight tips may bring you relief.
Can Weighted Blankets Banish Nighttime Anxiety?
Weighted blankets are all the rage, but can they help ease nighttime anxiety? Here’s what the evidence says.
