The science of sleep

  • What is REM sleep?

    Written by Jayne Leonard 2 studies cited

  • What to know about deep sleep

    Written by Jon Johnson

  • Why sleep is essential for health

    Written by Jenna Fletcher 10 studies cited

  • Light sleeper: Meaning, remedies, and when to see a doctor

    Written by Rachel Nall, MSN, CRNA

  • What to know about sleep deprivation

    Written by Kathleen Davis, FNP 8 studies cited

  • What is biphasic and polyphasic sleep?

    Written by Lori Smith, BSN, MSN, CRNP

  • Insomnia: When I took part in a sleep study

    Written by Yella Hewings-Martin, Ph.D.

  • What to know about sleep myoclonus

    Written by Jamie Eske 4 studies cited

Dreaming

  • What does it mean when we dream?

    Written by Hannah Nichols 24 studies cited

  • Dreams and nightmares: What are they?

    Written by Hannah Nichols 23 studies cited

  • Causes of vivid dreams

    Some common causes of vivid dreams include sleep deprivation, alcohol consumption, and…

  • Lucid dreaming: Controlling the stories of sleep

    Written by Maria Cohut, Ph.D. 3 studies cited

  • The science behind lucid dreaming

    Written by Maria Cohut, Ph.D.

  • What are hypnagogic hallucinations?

    Written by Claire Sissons 1 study cited

Sleep disorders

  • Having trouble sleeping: What to know

    Written by Jamie Eske 6 studies cited

  • What is insomnia? Everything you need to know

    Written by Peter Crosta 7 studies cited

  • What is REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD)?

    Written by Adam Felman 3 studies cited

  • What to know about narcolepsy

    Written by Kathleen Davis, FNP 1 study cited

  • Everything you need to know about sleep paralysis

    Written by Kathleen Davis, FNP

  • A waking nightmare: The enigma of sleep paralysis

    Written by Maria Cohut, Ph.D.

  • What you need to know about sleep apnea

    Written by Kathleen Davis, FNP 3 studies cited

  • What to know about central sleep apnea

    Written by Jon Johnson 3 studies cited

How to improve your sleep

  • How can I get to sleep easily?

    Written by Aaron Kandola 3 studies cited

  • Sleep calculator: How much sleep do you need?

    Written by Jennifer Berry 4 studies cited

  • How can I get enough sleep?

    Written by Markus MacGill 9 studies cited

  • Melatonin for sleep: What to know

    Melatonin is a hormone that the body produces when it gets dark to signal that it is time…

  • What are the best times to sleep and wake up?

    Written by Jon Johnson 2 studies cited

  • 6 home remedies for obstructive sleep apnea

    Written by Rachel Nall, MSN, CRNA 2 studies cited

Sleep and parenthood

  • Tips on how to sleep when pregnant

    Written by Zawn Villines 2 studies cited

  • What helps with insomnia during early pregnancy?

    Changes in the body during pregnancy may result in difficulty sleeping. Insomnia during…

  • Is my newborn sleeping too much?

    Written by Zawn Villines 1 study cited

  • How to soothe a baby crying in their sleep

    Written by Zawn Villines

  • What are night terrors and why do they happen?

    Written by Tim Newman 9 studies cited

  • Night terrors in toddlers: Symptoms, causes, and management

    Written by Claire Sissons 1 study cited

  • 18-month sleep regression: What it is and management

    Written by Zawn Villines 1 study cited

  • What to know about bedwetting

    Written by Beth Sissons

Products for sleep

  • What are the best sleeping pills?

    Written by Amanda Barrell 2 studies cited

  • 5 of the best melatonin supplements

    Written by Amanda Barrell 1 study cited

  • Drinks that help you fall asleep: 10 options

    Written by Jessica Caporuscio, Pharm.D. 12 studies cited

  • 8 of the best apps for sleep meditation

    Written by Claire Sissons 1 study cited

  • 6 of the best white noise apps

    Written by Kathleen Davis, FNP 1 study cited

More on sleep

  • How should you sleep if you have lower back pain?

    Written by Stephen Gill 1 study cited

  • What is a home remedy for snoring?

    Written by Lana Burgess 2 studies cited

  • Mandibular advancement device: What to know

    Written by Steph Coelho 2 studies cited

  • Why do people laugh in their sleep?

    Written by Amanda Barrell 1 study cited

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