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Column | A 35-year study challenges the belief that marijuana is good for sleep
A new 35-year study challenges the widespread belief that medical cannabis is an effective tool for improving sleep quality.
Sleep Science
20 trends tracked about this subject — the full history, oldest to newest below.
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Your Sleep Habits May Point to a Specific Type of Depression, a New Study Finds
Recent studies indicate that sleep habits and broken body clocks may point toward a specific type of depression affecting millions.
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The Sleep Pattern Linked To Heart Issues As We Age
New research suggests that specific sleep patterns and environmental conditions during rest may be linked to heart health risks as people age.
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'Circadian' depression may be the reason why you can't sleep
3 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Australian researchers identify new subtype of depression linked to body clock disruptions
Australian researchers have identified a new subtype of depression specifically linked to body clock disruptions and night owl sleep patterns.
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A Lab Tested The Apple Watch And Fitbit Against Real Sleep Science, And The Gap Ran Over An Hour
Recent laboratory testing comparing wrist-worn sleep trackers to real sleep science reveals a gap running over an hour.
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Scientists Reveal The Optimal Amount of Sleep For Lower Dementia Risk
New research suggests that 7 to 8 hours of sleep may be the optimal duration for reducing the risk of dementia and other major chronic diseases.
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A pink addition to your sleep can help wash out your brain
Recent scientific findings suggest that incorporating pink noise into sleep patterns may assist in the biological process of washing out the brain.
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Closed-loop auditory stimulation in phase with slow waves during sleep enhances cerebrospinal fluid flow in humans
New research indicates that closed-loop auditory stimulation using pink noise during sleep can enhance the flow of cerebrospinal fluid in the human brain.
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The hidden risk to your heart from sleeping in low light
New research suggests that sleeping with lights on, even low-level illumination, may lead to heart dysfunction and structural changes to the heart.
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Running more effective for sleep loss than a short nap, study finds
New research suggests that running may be more effective than taking a short nap for combating the effects of sleep loss on the brain.
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Too much or too little sleep may make your body age faster
6 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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This Nighttime Habit Could Be A Key Indicator Of Dementia. Neurologists Explain The Warning Signs
4 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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One Workout Is 'Significantly Superior' For Sleep, According to Research
7 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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It's Not Amyloid Plaques Stealing Sleep in Alzheimer's
New research shifts focus from amyloid plaques to glial cells and sleep-wake patterns as primary drivers of sleep disruption in Alzheimer's disease.
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This wearable patch could get you into REM sleep 43 minutes faster
Researchers at UT Austin have developed a wearable ultrasound patch capable of reducing the time it takes to reach REM sleep by 43 minutes.
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Why Dreaming Leaves the Brain Running Low on Energy
7 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Alzheimer’s breakthrough: Scientists restore two hours of sleep without clearing brain plaques
UK researchers have achieved a breakthrough in Alzheimer's treatment by restoring two hours of nightly sleep without targeting brain plaques.
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Spending more time in bright daylight could transform your sleep, according to new study
New research suggests that increasing exposure to bright daylight during the day may significantly improve the quality and depth of nighttime sleep.
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One Stage of Sleep Seems Critical For Reducing The Risk of Dementia
New research indicates that a specific stage of sleep is critical for reducing dementia risk, with even a 1% loss potentially increasing vulnerability.