Articles tagged with Sleep
A new study finds that night sweats are associated with decreased attention and executive function in menopausal women, even as total sleep time increases. In contrast, daytime hot flashes have no impact on sleep duration.
A single-session sleep education program has been shown to cure insomnia in many cancer survivors, according to a new study. Those who don't benefit from this approach are often helped by a more extensive three-session program. The findings suggest a 'stepped care' model can be effective for improving insomnia in cancer survivors.
A new study found that adolescent sleep timing preferences and patterns can be a significant risk factor for obesity and cardiometabolic health. Teenagers who prefer to go to bed late had higher waist circumference and greater abdominal fat deposition than those who prefer to go to bed early.
The RIS neuron in threadworms serves both to induce sleep after shedding its cuticle or recovering from stress, and to halt movement during locomotion, enabling the worm to change direction or avoid danger. This dual function highlights the complexity of simple life forms like worms.
A study of 804 adolescents found that adolescent girls with an evening chronotype who prefers going to bed and waking up later tend to have bigger waistlines and greater fat mass. This association holds true even after adjusting for other lifestyle factors. The study suggests that addressing irregular sleep patterns may be important in...
A study of 284 patients found that those with more severe OSA had higher blood pressure, especially at night. The researchers suggest that clinicians should consider performing a sleep study in patients with resistant hypertension to treat OSA and lower blood pressure.
Researchers developed physiological-sensing textiles that can be woven into sleep garments to monitor heart rate and breathing rhythm. The technology, dubbed 'phyjama,' extracts signals from pressured regions of the textile to get a more accurate composite reading.
A four-year research project aims to improve sleep patterns for night-shift workers over 50 years old, reducing the risk of depression, cardiovascular diseases, and accidents. The study will test two alternative sleep schedules, providing insights into the impact on productivity and overall health.
A Queensland University of Technology study found that jelly baby lollies, fish-shaped sauce containers, vitamin D capsules, and coffee beans are viable alternatives to commercial MRI markers. These items were tested on a thigh scan and showed clear visibility, making them effective for pinpointing anatomical areas or pathologies.
A study of 3,462 residents in Lausanne, Switzerland found that taking a weekly daytime nap reduced the risk of heart attack or stroke by 48%. The frequency, not just the duration, of naps is what matters, researchers suggest. This new insight may help explain previous conflicting findings on the health benefits of napping.
A new study by Flinders University links moderate to severe childhood behavioral problems to insomnia in adults. The research suggests that early intervention can help manage children's externalized behaviors and reduce the risk of adult insomnia.
A recent study of 1,664 college students found that traditional cigarette smokers and e-cigarette users experienced poorer sleep quality. E-cigarette users reported greater use of sleep medications than traditional cigarette users, highlighting the potential risks of e-cigarette use on sleep health.
Caleb Kemere and his team will investigate how sleep reorganizes information in the brain, aiming to identify critical time windows and neuronal activities involved in storing and stabilizing memories. The researchers hope to gain a better understanding of how sleep impacts lives, including its impact on memory consolidation.
A new study of nearly half a million people found that sleeping between 6 and 9 hours nightly can cut the risk of heart attack by up to 18% for those with genetic predisposition. Sleeping too little or too much also boosts heart attack risk, with optimal sleep duration being critical for overall heart health.
Twin beds were initially adopted for their supposed health benefits in the late 19th century, later becoming a symbol of modernity among middle-class couples. Despite this, their popularity waned by the 1960s as attitudes towards intimacy and hygiene shifted.
A study of 4,524 children found that those who didn't meet Canadian guidelines for sleep and recreational screen time were more likely to exhibit impulsive behavior. The research suggests that meeting these guidelines is associated with better decision-making and less impulsivity.
A new study confirms that women with type 2 diabetes are at greater risk for sleep disturbances during the menopause transition. The study found a significant association between diabetes and increased severity of sleep-related symptoms, particularly in Asian women.
A new Australian study found that treating insomnia separately can significantly improve symptoms of both conditions. People with co-occurring insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea reported great improvement to their sleep and health after six months, with about 50% improvement in global insomnia severity.
Researchers at UC San Francisco have found that Alzheimer's disease directly attacks brain regions responsible for wakefulness during the day, leading to excessive daytime napping. This damage is associated with tau protein buildup, which contributes more directly to brain degeneration than amyloid protein.
A new study found that young adults in Asia have the shortest sleep duration, averaging 6 hours and 30 minutes per night. The researchers suggest that cultural factors, such as high work demands and limited leisure time, contribute to this trend.
A new study suggests that oral appliances can be an effective alternative to CPAP for treating moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. Patients with mild collapsibility and weaker reflex responses tend to benefit more from oral appliances, which move the lower jaw forward to prevent airflow obstruction.
A study of over 3,500 participants aged 32-51 found significant associations between optimism and various characteristics of self-reported sleep. Optimists were more likely to report very good sleep quality and adequate sleep duration. The research suggests that positivity may buffer the effects of stress by promoting adaptive coping.
A large longitudinal sleep study found that evening use of nicotine and alcohol within four hours of bedtime was associated with disrupted sleep. In contrast, caffeine consumption did not have a significant impact on sleep parameters. The study's findings suggest that promoting the restriction of evening nicotine and alcohol use may im...
A study found that sleep plays a vital role in evaluating business ideas, with entrepreneurs who get at least seven hours of sleep consistently selecting the best pitches. The research suggests that lack of sleep can lead to less accurate beliefs about the commercial potential of new venture ideas.
The American Thoracic Society has published a clinical guideline on the evaluation and management of obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS), a breathing disorder affecting obese individuals. The guideline aims to improve early recognition and effective treatment, reducing morbidity and mortality.
A Dutch observational study examined melatonin use and its association with sleep patterns in school-age children. The results suggest a significant correlation between melatonin intake and improved sleep quality.
A study published in Sleep Medicine Reviews found that bathing 1-2 hours before bedtime in water of 104-109 degrees Fahrenheit can significantly improve sleep quality. This is due to the cooling effect on the body, which regulates the circadian cycle and helps with rapid sleep onset.
A new Northwestern University study found that distinct areas of the brain process short pulses of light to affect sleep, challenging the widely accepted belief that all light information is relayed through one central pathway. The research suggests that acute exposure to light does not interfere with overall circadian rhythms.
Researchers found a way to stimulate the waking of persisters, dormant bacterial cells that evade antibiotics and lead to chronic infections. Breaking links in the 'pore' formed by peptides enables these sleeping bacteria to regain energy and infect the host again.
Researchers measured VOC emissions from polyurethane mattresses under simulated sleeping conditions, finding elevated levels of some compounds that could cause eye irritation, headaches, and even cancer. The study emphasizes the need for further research on possible health effects of chronic exposure to VOCs.
African countries study finds that 87.5% of mosquito bites occur indoors, while bed-time bites account for 79.4%, highlighting the need for effective vector control measures.
Research suggests that being a morning person is associated with a lower risk of developing breast cancer. Sleeping longer than the recommended 7-8 hours may also increase the risk. The findings have implications for influencing sleep habits to improve health.
A new study by UC Berkeley researchers found that nearly half of US-born Latinx youth worry about the impact of US immigration policies on their families. Those with more concerns experience higher anxiety and poorer sleep quality, impacting their well-being and long-term health.
A study of 50 Atlanta-area adults found that poor sleep time and quality negatively impact memory recall in older adults. The research also revealed significant racial differences in sleep patterns tied to lower memory performance.
Researchers found that serotonin produced by the raphe region is required for zebrafish and mice to get normal amounts of sleep. The team used genetically modified models to demonstrate this, with light stimulation putting fish and mice to sleep only when activating serotonin-producing neurons.
A mobile-sensing system tracks physical, emotional, and behavioral well-being of workers to classify high and low performers. The system achieved an accuracy of 80% in distinguishing between high and low performers across different industries.
A recent study found that undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea significantly increases the likelihood of multiple involuntary job losses. Adults with moderate-to-severe sleep apnea were more than twice as likely to have experienced a history of multiple job layoffs or firings.
An observational study of nearly 44,000 women found that exposure to artificial light at night while sleeping was associated with measures of obesity at baseline and follow-up. Reducing exposure to artificial light at night could be considered in obesity prevention interventions.
Research finds that cutting off lights at bedtime could reduce women's chances of becoming obese. The study analyzed data from 43,722 women and found a link between artificial light exposure and increased weight gain.
A randomized controlled trial found that telemedicine cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia was equally effective to in-person delivery in improving sleep outcomes. Participants reported no differences in therapist alliance or satisfaction with treatment between the two groups.
Research found that participants who shifted their sleep/wake timings could bring forward their bedtime and wake-up time by two hours, leading to improvements in depression, stress, and daytime sleepiness. Participants also reported better mental well-being and increased cognitive performance during the morning.
A new study found that people who get less than 7 hours of sleep per night tend to consume fewer essential vitamins and minerals. The research also revealed a greater association between poor sleep and lower nutrient intake in women.
A new study suggests that sleep disturbances are associated with mental health problems among survivors of a natural disaster, even two years after the event. The research found significant positive correlations between sleep disturbances and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and symptoms of depression.
A new study found that small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is prevalent among patients with restless legs syndrome, affecting up to 100% of participants. The study suggests a possible link between gut microbial health and the development of sleep disorders like RLS.
Middle and high school students slept 31 minutes longer and felt less sleepy for homework after their school district changed to later start times. The study found significant benefits of delayed school start times on adolescent sleep duration, alertness, and academic engagement.
A new study found that only seven out of 513 social service policies include material on healthy sleep education for children, with the majority focusing on compliance-driven standards. The research highlights the need for policy recommendations to promote trauma-informed care and integrate healthy sleep into existing programs.
A new study links severe sleep-disordered breathing to epigenetic age acceleration, with women showing stronger associations than men. The study found that untreated sleep-disordered breathing can accelerate aging by the equivalent of 215-321 days.
A new study found that insufficient sleep is associated with a wide variety of mental health symptoms in college students, including depressed mood, hopelessness, anger, anxiety, and desire to self-harm. The risk of experiencing these symptoms increases by over 20% for every additional night of insufficient sleep.
A new study found that irregular sleep patterns are associated with a higher risk of metabolic disorders, including obesity and high cholesterol. The research suggests that maintaining a regular sleep schedule has beneficial effects on metabolism.
Extending sleep duration has been associated with improved insulin sensitivity and reduced appetite for sweet and salty foods. Higher total sleep time was linked to lower caloric intake from protein and decreased overall sugar consumption.
The study found that individualized therapy approaches such as stimulus control and sleep restriction are effective in treating insomnia, while a combination approach was minimally effective. The research used a strategy focused solely on sleep education and hygiene, which showed minimal impact on symptoms.
A study published in Psychosomatic Medicine found that a bad night's sleep can lead to a spike in blood pressure, even on the following day. Researchers wore portable blood pressure cuffs and actigraphy monitors on participants to measure the impact of sleep efficiency on cardiovascular health.
A systematic review found that opioids have a small improvement in sleep quality, but this is not consistent with results from sleep assessment technologies. Patients on opioid therapy are also at risk of excessive daytime sleepiness and increased risks of sleep apnea. The study calls for better research into the effects of painkillers...
New research from the University of British Columbia suggests that chronic low-quality sleep is associated with poorer health outcomes among young B.C. students. Kids who regularly had trouble falling or staying asleep were almost two and half times as likely to report sub-optimal health compared to those who did not.
A large national study tracked the health of over 3,000 US veterans using a standardized tool, finding they scored worse in several areas, including anxiety, depression, and pain. The study's results provide valuable insights into the health of veterans relative to the general population.
A recent study published in SLEEP found that children who nap for at least 30 minutes, three days a week, experience improved happiness, self-control, grit, fewer behavioral problems, and higher IQ. The study suggests that napping can have positive effects on academic achievement, particularly for sixth graders.
A recent study by Brigham and Women's Hospital researchers found four sites of DNA methylation associated with sleepiness in both African American participants from the MESA and CHS studies. Additionally, they discovered 14 such sites among only African American participants from both studies.
Researchers identified TIMELESS as a potential circadian clock regulator involved in minor sleep phase changes. A mutation in the TIMELESS gene causes accumulation of the protein, leading to phase advances in mice and advanced sleep phase in humans.
Researchers discovered that poor sleep quality is a significant contributor to peptic ulcer relapse in older adults. Participants with improved sleep demonstrated lower rates of heart disease, diabetes, and excessive alcohol consumption compared to those with recurrent ulcers.
A new study led by Penn State found that exercise can help teenagers sleep longer and more efficiently. Participants who engaged in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity fell asleep 18 minutes earlier and slept for 10 minutes longer than those who were sedentary. The researchers also found connections between sleep and activity the fo...