Articles tagged with Sleep
Researchers found strong neurological activity in zebra finch brain region involved in singing during sleep, suggesting a role in consolidating learned songs. The finding runs counter to the motor theory, proposing that birds subconsciously mimic sounds they hear while awake.
Researchers Norman H. Sleep and Cindy J. Ebinger find that a single giant plume of magma rose from Earth's mantle 45 million years ago, shaping Africa's striking geological features such as Mount Kilimanjaro and the Ethiopian plateau.
Research found that young people under 45 with sleep apnea require aggressive treatment to reduce hypertension and cardiovascular issues. The study, published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, included subjects aged 20-100 years old.
Researchers attribute the increase in SIDS deaths to colder months and overbundling, while experts recommend placing babies on their backs to sleep, using firm mattresses and removing soft materials. Early prenatal care, breastfeeding, and smoke-free zones also reduce SIDS risk.
A UPMC study found that people think more slowly at night due to increased information-processing requirements. After losing a night of sleep, participants showed a slowing in the speed of information processing during the day.
Patients with a history of depression often deny or attribute early warning signs, such as fatigue and stress, to external factors. Early intervention is crucial to prevent or minimize relapse, and recognizing these signs can provide control over emerging depressions.
A water-based pillow significantly improved quality of sleep and modestly reduced morning pain intensity compared to standard and roll pillows. The pillow contained a pouch of water, adjustable for firmness, and supported neck muscles and structures damaged by injury or disease.
Arctic ground squirrels experience long periods of torpor punctuated by costly rewarming periods. Hibernation is about finding rest, not conserving energy, according to zoophysiologist Brian Barnes.