Getting more sleep increases insulin sensitivity and reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes. Continue reading
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June 17, 2013
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Quality of waking hours determines ease of falling sleep
The quality of wakefulness affects how quickly a mammal falls asleep, researchers report in a study that identifies two proteins never before linked to alertness and sleep-wake balance. Continue reading
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Investigational drug improves sleep disorder among the blind
An investigational new drug significantly improved a common and debilitating circadian rhythm sleep disorder that frequently affects people who are completely blind, a multicenter study finds. Continue reading
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Too little sleep may trigger the ‘munchies’ by raising levels of an appetite-controlling molecule
Insufficient sleep may contribute to weight gain and obesity by raising levels of a substance in the body that is a natural appetite stimulant, a new study finds. Continue reading
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Sleep mechanism identified that plays role in emotional memory
Sleep researchers have identified the sleep mechanism that enables the brain to consolidate emotional memory and found that a popular prescription sleep aid heightens the recollection of and response to negative memories. Continue reading
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Pregnant women with severe morning sickness who take antihistamines are significantly more likely to experience adverse outcomes
Women with a severe form of morning sickness who take antihistamines to help them sleep through their debilitating nausea are significantly more likely to experience adverse pregnancy outcomes, including low birth weight babies and premature births. Continue reading
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Parkinson’s disease-like sleep and motor problems observed in alpha-synuclein mutant mice
In the quest for an animal model of Parkinson’s disease that mimics motor and non-motor symptoms of human Parkinson’s disease (PD), scientists have developed strains of mice that overexpress alpha-synuclein. By studying a strain of mice bred to overexp… Continue reading
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The protein profile of restless leg syndrome
A protein profile of people with restless leg syndrome (RLS) identifies factors behind disrupted sleep, cardiovascular dysfunction and pain, according to new research. The research gives insights into the disorder, and could be useful in the developmen… Continue reading
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Electronic stimulation therapy for obstructive sleep apnea is safe, effective, new study suggests
A clinical study suggests that electronic stimulation therapy reduces obstructive sleep apnea and is safe and effective. Stimulation Therapy for Apnea Reduction (STAR Trial) evaluated an implantable electronic stimulation device called Inspire Upper Ai… Continue reading
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Are smartphones disrupting your sleep?
Smartphones and tablets can make for sleep-disrupting bedfellows. One cause is believed to be the bright light-emitting diodes that allow the use of mobile devices in dimly lit rooms; the light exposure can interfere with melatonin, a hormone that helps control the natural sleep-wake cycle. But there may be a way to check your mobile device in bed and still get a good night’s sleep. A new study suggests dimming the smartphone or tablet brightness settings and holding the device at least 14 inches from your face while using it will reduce its potential to interfere with melatonin and impede sleep. Continue reading
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Higher-activity jobs tied to sleep extremes
Certain high-activity careers lead to both lower and higher sleep duration, potentially creating or exacerbating health problems. Continue reading
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Narcolepsy study finds surprising increase in neurons that produce histamine
A new study provides surprising evidence that people with narcolepsy have an increased number of neurons that produce histamine, suggesting that histamine signaling may be a novel therapeutic target for this potentially disabling sleep disorder. Continue reading
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Study links workplace daylight exposure to sleep, activity and quality of life
A new study demonstrates a strong relationship between workplace daylight exposure and office workers’ sleep, activity and quality of life. Continue reading
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‘Back to sleep’ does not affect baby’s ability to roll
New research shows little change in babies’ ability to roll from their tummy to back and vice versa 20 years after ‘back to sleep’ campaign. Continue reading
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Clinical practice guidelines on sleep apnea and driving
The American Thoracic Society has released new clinical practice guidelines on sleep apnea, sleepiness, and driving risk on non-commercial drivers. Continue reading
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Fatigue and sleep linked to Major League Baseball performance and career longevity
Two new studies show that fatigue may impair strike-zone judgment during the 162 game Major League Baseball season, and a MLB player’s sleepiness can predict his longevity in the league. Continue reading
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Bright light therapy may improve sleep and promote recovery in patients with mild TBI
A new study suggests that bright light therapy may improve sleep, cognition, emotion and brain function following mild traumatic brain injury. Continue reading
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Sleep deprived men over perceive women’s sexual interest and intent
A new study suggests that one night of sleep deprivation leads to an increase in men’s perceptions of both women’s interest in and intent to have sex. Continue reading
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Brain activity in sleep may impact emotional disturbances in children with ADHD
Sleep consolidates emotional memories in healthy children but not in children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to new research. The study suggests these deficits in sleep-related emotional processing may exacerbate emotio… Continue reading
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Asthma symptoms impair sleep quality and school performance in children
The negative effects of poorly controlled asthma symptoms on sleep quality and academic performance in urban schoolchildren has been confirmed in a new study. Continue reading
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