1 of 5 / Good Sleep Habits
View AllAre You Getting Enough Sleep?
The amount of sleep a person needs depends on many factors, including age.
Stages of Sleep
Sleep stages are divided into non-rapid eye movement (non-REM) and rapid eye movement (REM).
Facts About Dreaming
We all dream -- even if we don't remember it the next day. But why do we dream? And what do dreams mean, anyway?
Do You Get Good Sleep?
Sleep hygiene is a combination of sleeping conditions and lifestyle habits that help you get consistent, uninterrupted sleep.
2 of 5 / Sleep Disorders
View AllInsomnia
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that is characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep.
Hypersomnia (Daytime Sleepiness)
Hypersomnia, or excessive sleepiness, is a condition in which a person has trouble staying awake during the day.
What Are Parasomnias?
Parasomnias are disruptive sleep disorders that can occur during arousals from REM sleep or partial arousals from non-REM sleep.
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
With REM sleep behavior disorder, the paralysis that normally occurs during REM sleep is incomplete or absent.
3 of 5 / Other Sleep Problems
View AllUnderstanding Bedwetting
Bedwetting is most often a developmental issue. Most kids simply outgrow it and never need treatment.
Nightmares in Adults
When you wake up terrified from a disturbing nightmare, you might think you're the only adult who has them.
Sleepwalking Basics
Sleepwalking symptoms aren’t as obvious as they may seem. Get the details here.
Sleep Paralysis
Have you ever felt like you were awake but unable to move? This condition is called sleep paralysis.
4 of 5 / What Affects Sleep
View AllCommon Sleep Issues
Learn about some of the most common sleep disorders.
When Your Partner Has a Sleep Disorder
Your partner may not be the only one missing out on a good night's rest. More than likely, your sleep is being affected, too.
Sleep and Your Immune System
What is the connection between sleep and your body's defense against illness and infection? It works both ways.
Reducing Stress for Better Sleep
If high levels of unwanted stress are not properly managed, your health and sense of well-being can suffer.
5 of 5 / Tests & Treatment
View AllDiagnosing Sleep Problems
Learn about specific sleep problems and steps in treating and diagnosing sleep problems.
How Clinical Trials Work
A clinical trial is a program that tests the effectiveness and safety of various interventions in people with sleep disorders.
Side Effects of Sleeping Pills
A sleeping pill may be effective at ending your sleep problems short-term.
Suggested Reads about Sleep Disorders
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Vegans and vegetarians sleep around 30 more minutes per night than average and up to 90% of them report good or excellent sleep quality, according to a new survey published by the Sleep Foundation.
Changes Are Coming to Melatonin Packaging, Industry Group Says
An organization representing dietary supplement makers has advised its members to update packaging of melatonin sleep supplements and other dietary gummies to deter children from eating the products.
How Your ‘Sleep Style’ Can Determine Your Long-Term Health
The way you sleep – or don’t -- can be surprisingly impactful. The type of sleeper you are may profoundly influence the roadmap your health takes for a decade or longer. Here's what to know.
Looking for More ZZZs? Consistent Activity May Be the Key
Sleep eludes millions of people. Can consistent exercise help?
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