Keeping up with one hobby may regulate the body's 'circadian rhythm' that governs the sleep-wake cycle, a specialist told the ...

For millennia, people have been fascinated by dreams. “What a weird and wondrous experience it is that we get thrown into ...

How might obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) affect sleep? One of the anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder may significantly interfere with daily activities. Does it also disturb sleep by ...

A board-certified sleep medicine specialist reviews the history of wearable sleep trackers and explains how clinicians evaluate the data from these devices.

As a new presidential administration takes office, political momentum to end seasonal time changes is building. President ...

In a Q&A, Brian Wojeck, MD, MPH, discusses how weight and sleep impact each other and how discovering connections between diabetes, obesity, and sleep disorders can lead to better treatment.

One 2021 review suggests there is promising initial evidence that CBD may benefit the following sleep disorders, including: For insomnia specifically, a recent review of 34 studies found that all ...

The number of people living with neurological disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease, has increased as the population has aged.

Bipolar disorder is a lifelong condition. It is not yet curable, but medication, therapy, and other strategies can help manage the symptoms and reduce its effects on a person’s daily life.

Some long-term studies have also linked a lack of sleep to depression, anxiety and other mental health disorders. Getting enough sleep, on the other hand, can reduce stress, sharpen attention and ...