Sleep is more than a way to pass the time. It's a place for us to dream, relax, and most importantly: rest! Getting some shut eye might not be the most exciting thing in the world, but it's critical ...

The popular supplement melatonin has been linked to heart failure — but nearly half of parents rely on it to get their kids ...

Children need adequate sleep for optimal learning and for their mental and physical health. But a new study finds that few kids are getting the recommended amount of shut-eye, even though their ...

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: ...

Sleep is more than just rest—it's essential for our physical and mental well-being. Whether you're a student pulling an all-nighter or an adult juggling a busy schedule, understanding the importance ...

A panel of sleep experts headed by a Stony Brook University professor has a message for parents: Pry those cellphones out of their hands before bedtime. The 16-member panel, brought together by the ...

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- As we enter the holiday season, consider helping a Central Oregon child sleep better in their own bed, built and provided at no cost by the local nonprofit Sleep in Heavenly Peace ...

Most people spend about one-third of their day asleep. While scientists are still unsure exactly why we need sleep, they do know it rejuvenates the body and mind, making it critical for our daily ...