Doctor explains difference between REM sleep and deep sleep — plus how to get more of each this World Sleep Day
However, some research shows that major stressors may increase REM sleep but reduce deep sleep. REM rebound, which is when we ...
REM sleep boosts immunity, regulates emotions and develops the brain — but are you getting enough?
"Deep sleep builds your immune system, and REM sleep regulates and fine-tunes it," says Darwall-Smith agrees. During deep ...
The potential dangers of sleep trackers, according to experts
More people are becoming obsessed with sleep trackers, causing insomnia and making sleep worse, experts say. Here’s how to ...
Your boozy nightcap is disrupting your sleep. Try these tips instead
Drinking alcohol might appear to help you fall asleep initially, but it diminishes your quality rest. These nighttime tips ...
World Sleep Day: Orthosomnia is making you lose sleep: What is this unhealthy obsession?
Orthosomnia is the obsession with chasing ‘perfect’ sleep, usually triggered by wearable devices like sleep trackers. People get so consumed with sleep performance that it disrupts their slumber and m ...
“I feel permanently jetlagged” — 9 women share their experiences of the gender sleep gap
The gender sleep gap means women don't get as much quality sleep as men. I spoke to nine women to hear their stories for ...
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Can sex help you sleep better?
Sexual activity—whether partnered or solo—improves sleep efficiency and reduces night-time wakefulness, according to a pilot ...
'Giving up one common habit finally meant I could sleep through the night'
Sleep has always been a bit of a struggle for Ariane, but in the last few months she's made some changes that have really ...
A little-understood sleep disorder affects millions and has clear links to dementia – 4 questions answered
REM sleep behavior disorder is characterized by acting out dreams, which may include shouting, kicking and punching during sleep.