Scared of the Dark: How to Help Kids With Nighttime Fears
Monsters under the bed, noises in the hall, a fear of the dark: nighttime fears are a normal part of childhood. Here's what research says works to help kids feel...
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Comment le stress affecte le sommeil (et ce que l'on peut faire)
Vous avez du mal à gérer le stress et les nuits blanches ? Découvrez comment le stress affecte le sommeil et apprenez des astuces simples pour vous détendre, y compris...
Does Lack of Sleep Make You Sick? What the Research on Sleep and Colds Shows
Researchers have exposed volunteers to a cold virus and tracked who got sick. Sleep was one of the clearest dividing lines. Here's what they found and what it means for...
How Long Should a Power Nap Be? The Science of the Perfect Nap
Short naps win for quick energy. Here is what the research says about nap length, timing and the so-called coffee nap.
Why Do I Wake Up Tired Even After a Full Night's Sleep?
Eight hours in bed and still groggy? Here are the most common reasons you wake up tired, from sleep inertia to sleep apnea, and what to try.
How to Have More Energy on a Long Commute
A long commute can wipe you out before work even starts. Here is how to arrive with more energy, and when being tired behind the wheel is a real safety...
How Much Sleep Do Athletes Need? What the Research Says
Adults need at least 7 hours, and people who train hard may benefit from more. Here's what the sleep research on athletes actually shows.
How to Stay Energized Working From Home
No commute, no walk to the train, no chats by the coffee machine. Here is why working from home can drain your energy, and the small habits that fix it.
Why Am I So Tired After Lunch? The Afternoon Slump, Explained
The afternoon slump is partly your body clock and partly your lunch. Here is what the research says, and what actually helps.
Sunday Scaries: Why Sunday Night Anxiety Hits and How to Sleep Anyway
That Sunday-evening dread has a real basis. Here's what research says about anticipating the work week, and how to get a better Sunday night's sleep.
Why Your Teen Can't Fall Asleep Early (and How the Whole House Can Help)
Teens aren't just being difficult: their body clocks really do shift later. Here's the science behind teen sleep and practical ways parents can help at home.
Breathing Exercises for Stress and Sleep: What the Research Shows
Five minutes of breathing won't fix everything, but research suggests it can take the edge off. Here's what the studies show and how to try it tonight.
Caffeine and Family Sleep: Setting an Afternoon Cutoff for Parents and Teens
That 4 p.m. latte or after-school energy drink may be costing you sleep. What research says about caffeine timing, and how to set a household cutoff.
Does Writing a To-Do List Before Bed Help You Fall Asleep?
A five-minute bedtime to-do list helped people fall asleep faster in a sleep-lab study. Here's what the research found and how to try it.
Weekend Sleep-Ins and "Social Jet Lag": Keeping Family Sleep Consistent
Sleeping in until 10 on Saturday can make Monday feel like jet lag. What social jet lag is, why it happens, and how families can keep weekends relaxed without wrecking...
Waking Up at 3 a.m.? How Stress Plays a Role and What to Try
Wide awake at 3 a.m. with your mind already running? Here's how stress, alcohol and habits play a role, and what to do in the moment.
Siblings Sharing a Room: How to Get Everyone to Sleep
Different ages, different bedtimes, one bedroom. Practical tips for getting siblings who share a room to fall asleep and stay asleep.
