Why are some of us insomniacs and others “super sleepers”? Researchers are finding answers in our genes.
Why can’t I sleep?
Why you should never feel guilty about getting a good night’s sleep
UCLA researchers behind a new study on the human brain say ‘sleep is as important as food.’
Why Congress is moving forward from turning the clocks forward
Like to wake up really, really early? You're not quite one in a million — but you are 1 in 300
A genetic trait may be behind those who thrive on very-early-to-bed, very-early-to-rise lifestyles.
Midday naps increase children's happiness and IQ
Academic performance went up by as much as 7.6 points, researchers say.
Lack of sleep shrinks men's testicles?
UC Berkeley scientist Matt Walker shows how missing sleep can really catch up with you in his new TED Talk.
Dragging? Blame the ‘time pollution’ of springing forward
The body doesn't take kindly to time change.
Sleep loss truly causes you pain
Going without sleep heightens pain sensitivity and dulls the brain’s painkilling response.
The one low-tech fix for teens' sleep problems
Sleep helps brains develop — no surprise. Unexpected was the importance of one aspect of where teens slept.
How poor sleep can ruin your social life
People found sleep-deprived individuals to be more socially unattractive, and felt lonelier after interacting with them.
Spacing out after staying up late? Here’s why
Sleep-deprived brain cells can cause serious and potentially dangerous mental lapses, a new study finds.
Why one teenager may need more — or less — sleep than another
New study finds the sweet spot for adolescent rest.