Sleep deprivation in adults has long been proven to cause long-term mental and physical health issues, including, but not limited to, weakened immune systems, weight gain, depression, and increased ...

There is new evidence that the quality of your sleep can impact your brain. A new study finds that people who struggle getting a good night’s sleep in early middle age can show signs of cognitive ...

Several sleep problems in early childhood, including shorter night-time sleep duration, higher night awakening frequency, and more irregular sleep routines at 3.5 years, were associated with a higher ...

Self-harm in young people is a major public health concern, rates are rising, and the adolescent years presents a critical period of intervention. Another modern challenge facing adolescents is sleep ...

Poor sleep quality in early middle age is associated with signs of accelerated brain aging in late middle age, a new study shows. Investigators say the findings suggest that addressing sleep issues ...

The widespread use of digital screens in early childhood raises growing concerns about the impact of blue light on sleep quality, cognitive development, and physiological stress responses in toddlers ...

New research reveals that sleep disorders can signal future risk of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other dementias years before symptoms appear, offering hope for early intervention and prevention.

A long-term study tracking 475 children found that autistic children are far more likely to experience persistent gastrointestinal issues than their peers.

Struggling with ongoing sleep problems could do more than leave you groggy—it may accelerate memory decline and increase the risk of dementia. This is the warning of a study that found that older ...

Melatonin is a supplement most often taken as a sleep aid. Some research shows it may have benefits for people with Alzheimer’s disease, but current evidence is mixed. Melatonin is a hormone produced ...