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The Perils of Changing Work Schedules

Young warehouse, factory and fast food workers often have wildly varying shifts. This affects not only their sleep, but their future health. >

While You Sleep, A Brain Clean-Up Crew is Hard at Work

Now there's another reason to get enough sleep: Sleep allows the brain to clear the debris that can lead to Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. >

For Teens, More Screen Time = Less Sleep Time

Texting, using social media, and other screen pursuits late at night make it harder for teens to get to sleep. Parents need a plan. >

Loss of Sleep Increases Insulin Resistance

Minor reductions in sleep increased insulin resistance in otherwise healthy women. They had an even bigger effect on postmenopausal women. >

Should Parents Give Kids Melatonin Supplements?

Parents are giving their kids melatonin gummies to help them sleep. But these unregulated supplements won't fix underlying sleep issues. >

Snooze Worthy?

Hitting the snooze button can help you face the day when you finally get out of bed. But consider why you need an alarm in the first place. >

Less Screen Time Equals More Sleep Time

Parents take note: When day students' sleep schedules were compared to those of boarding students, the benefits of "lights out" were clear. >

Go Ahead, Take a Nap

Short, 20-minute naps are good for you. Memory, mood and brain volume were all better in those who napped regularly. Start a napping habit. >

Pets and Disturbed Sleep

Furry friends entertain us, keep us active, and improve our moods. They also disrupt our sleep. You need seven hours. Here's how to get it. >

Shut-Eye and Dementia

It was a finding that surprised even researchers -- not every kind of senior sleep difficulty predicted dementia. Only one issue did. >

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