Health
Poor sleep in middle age can impact brain health, says study
Poor sleep in middle age can have a negative impact on brain health, according to a new study by researchers at The Australian National University (ANU).
Mar 16, 2023
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News tagged with sleep time
Health
How to get the most out of napping
While closing your eyes for a few minutes during your busy day may seem like a good idea, it's important to consider the effects napping may bring.
Mar 10, 2023
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Health
Clocks 'spring forward' on Sunday: Helping your kids adjust
The annual shift to daylight saving time is a challenge for many parents, whose children may struggle with the change.
Mar 10, 2023
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Neuroscience
Study reveals how ellipsoid body ring neurons regulate sleep in Drosophila
The ellipsoid body (EB) is a major structure in the central complex of the Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly) brain. It exhibits a high level of connectivity and functional heterogeneity while tuning multiple behaviors in ...
Feb 9, 2023
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Wintertime wandering: A real danger for people with Alzheimer's
Winter weather can add a layer of danger to the wandering behavior common in people with dementia.
Jan 27, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study shows correlation between poor sleep and suicide risk in college-aged adults
A study led by researchers in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona College of Medicine—Tucson identified a link between sleep problems and suicidal thoughts and behaviors that may help reduce suicide ...
Jan 26, 2023
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Health
How sleep habits can affect weight
About one in three adults in the United States report routinely not getting enough sleep. Sleep insufficiency is associated with increased risk for diabetes, cardiovascular disease, mental health problems, injuries, loss ...
Jan 11, 2023
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Health
Kids' screen time rose by 50% during the pandemic: Three tips for the whole family to bring it back down
Has your child's screen time increased since COVID? If you were to estimate by how much would you say 20%, 30% or even a 50% increase?
Nov 11, 2022
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Overweight & Obesity
Sleep-deprived kids will snack more: Study
Experts studying kids' sleep and eating habits have learned more about a potential reason for childhood obesity.
Oct 24, 2022
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Neuroscience
How do tired animals stay awake?
New research provides clues to falling fast asleep—or lying wide awake. Studying fruit flies, the researchers found that brain neurons adapt to help the flies stay awake despite tiredness in dangerous situations and help ...
Oct 12, 2022
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