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Dr. Anis Rehman

COVID-19 and Sleep

Sleep Guidelines During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, society is adapting to a new normal. At this critical juncture, sleeping well is…

The Relationship Between Sex and Sleep

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Eric Suni

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The Relationship Between Sex and Sleep

Wondering how sleep and your sex life are related? Learn how sleep and sex can affect one another and discover…

How Much Sleep Do We Really Need?

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Dr. Abhinav Singh

How Much Sleep Do We Really Need?

Scientific research makes clear that sleep is essential at any age. Sleep powers the mind, restores the body, and fortifies…

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Dr. Abhinav Singh

How Sleep Works

Why Do We Need Sleep?

Our medical review team has recently evaluated this page to ensure accuracy. We will continue to monitor and revise this…

How Sleep Works

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Dr. John DeBanto

How Sleep Works

How Sleep Works

Even after decades of research, the exact reason why we sleep remains one of the most enduring and intriguing mysteries…

What Happens When You Sleep?

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Dr. Ealena Callender

How Sleep Works

What Happens When You Sleep?

  When you sleep, your body undergoes a series of changes that enable the rest that is vital to your…

Children and Sleep

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Women and Sleep

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Sleep Hygiene

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Dr. Abhinav Singh

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Healthy Sleep Tips

It’s well-established that sleep is essential to our physical and mental health. But despite its importance, a troubling percentage of…

Bedtime Routines for Adults

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Dr. Heather Wright

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Bedtime Routines for Adults

One-third of Americans don’t get enough sleep on a regular basis, according to the CDC. If you’re one of them,…

Why Are All-Nighters Harmful?

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Dr. Anis Rehman

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Why Are All-Nighters Harmful?

Anyone who’s faced a major deadline, whether for a project, a test in school, or an important business presentation, has…

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    Anxiety and Sleep

    Anxiety is frequently connected to sleeping problems. Excess worry and fear make it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep…

  • Depression and Sleep
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    Depression and Sleep

    Most people who have experienced depression know that it is often accompanied by sleeping problems. People with depression may find…

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    Trauma and Sleep

    Sleep issues are common after a traumatic experience. Understanding the links between trauma and sleep is one step towards healing…

Circadian Rhythm

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