Using your phone before bed gets a bad rap — and rightfully so. It’s tough to drift off when you’re over-stimulated by social media, and on top of that, your screen emits blue light, which is ...

Many medical professionals working night shifts struggle to get enough quality sleep. Working those late hours significantly impacts our natural circadian rhythm. Circadian rhythm internally regulates ...

Our brains are hard-wired to stay awake during daylight hours and fall asleep when it gets dark. That’s why screen time can ...

Americans, by and large, are starved for sleep. While seven to nine hours of sleep a night is generally recommended, a survey by US News revealed 58% of us sleep six to seven hours a night, while one ...

“Look at your typical week; when do you have to be up earliest and then count back your sleep time,” she says. “If that's ...

Blue light has acquired a dubious reputation in recent years, frequently blamed for everything from disrupted sleep patterns to digital eye strain. This high-energy light, emitted abundantly by our ...

For years we’ve been told that sleeping in total darkness is the gold standard for good sleep. Blackout curtains, eye masks, and electrical tape over those annoying device LEDs have become part of the ...

Even when following the recommended sleep hygiene habits — like cutting off caffeine mid-day, stashing your devices an hour before bed, and winding down your day with light music or reading — racing ...

Did the holidays mess up your sleep patterns? Maybe you stayed up late ringing in the new year, or changed time zones while traveling. Science journalist Lynne Peeples says the body's circadian ...