Short sleep cycles are no longer an exception. Hectic schedules, long work hours, and screentime addiction mean that most ...

Sleep isn’t just about feeling rested—it may be one of the strongest predictors of how long you live. Researchers analyzing ...

Many health recommendations focus on diet and exercise. New research, however, suggests that sleep plays a greater role than ...

Sleep has long been associated with overall health and wellbeing. Recent findings, however, suggest that sleep is more ...

You probably already know that a solid night’s rest can change everything. Your mood lifts, your mind sharpens, and your body ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Judy Stone focuses her writing on infectious diseases. While women are said to sleep a bit longer than men, their sleep ...

Sleep Cycles: One rapid eye movement (REM) stage and three non-REM stages that altogether last about 90 to 120 minutes Benefits: Physical and mental recuperation and memory consolidation Disorders: ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. While the kitchen may be the home’s hub, most people spend more time in ...

Along with getting exercise and eating a nutritious diet, sleeping for 7-9 hours a night is at the top of every doctor's list of habits that will keep you healthy. Experts warn that skimping on sleep ...

Blame it on the Industrial Revolution. Or maybe on the light bulb. But ever since man met machine, sleep has been on the skids. In 2001, 38 percent of U.S. adults said they were sleeping less than ...