Are you falling prey to the three most common sleep myths? If so, following a few helpful tips can help you get the quality sleep your body needs. Sleep Myth #1: It’s OK to Get Less Than Seven Hours of Sleep The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently conducted a survey and found […]
New research into the effects of working during the night has found that shift work harms nurses in a number of ways, affecting not only their own well-being but also their ability to care for their patients. Night Shift Work Harms Nurses By Inhibiting the Circadian Rhythm Researchers at the University of Alabama conducted a […]
Not getting enough sleep can be harmful in a number of ways. Past studies on sleep and emotional health have likened sleep deprivation to intoxication, based on the way lack of sleep alters your perception of reality. Additionally, sleep deprivation inhibits your ability to react, especially in exigent circumstances, which is why drivers are cautioned […]
For many people, the teen years are a time of late nights and early mornings. Teens are often just beginning to experience full social lives, including evening activities that keep them up well after bedtime. Homework, part-time jobs and other obligations also can dip into the hours needed for rest. At the same time, high […]
Napping generally has a bad rap in the West. While many cultures in Southern climates enjoy an afternoon siesta, most people in the developed world feel guilty about their need for sleep during the workday. However, naps are not just a sign of laziness or insomnia. Several studies have found that afternoon napping actually can […]
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