The overworked, high-powered employee is a recurring archetype in American culture. The most glorified careers in our society–doctors, lawyers, and investment bankers–are notorious for long hours and not providing enough sleep. Our television stations are full of shows that romanticize the quick-paced and exciting lives of emergency room doctors or criminal lawyers, while entirely downplaying … Seguir leyendo "
Sleep apnea is a serious issue. If you don’t think so already, this should convince you: an 18-year study found that people with sleep apnea were 3 times more likely to die during the study than healthy people, from any cause1. That’s right: sleep apnea patients die at 3x the rate of normal sleepers. Sleep … Seguir leyendo "
The start of another school year is just around the corner! Transitioning from the freedom of the summer to a rigid school year schedule can be tough, especially when it comes to sleep. But research suggests that making sure your children get the rest they need is more important than ever while school is in … Seguir leyendo "
¿Ve la televisión antes de acostarse? Lo más probable es que sí. Según la encuesta Sleep in America de 2011 realizada por la Fundación Nacional del Sueño1, 95% de las personas utilizan un dispositivo electrónico a menos de una hora de acostarse. 2/3 de las personas de entre 30 y 64 años y la mitad de las personas de entre 13 y 29 años ven la televisión dentro de la hora ... Seguir leyendo "
Step 1 in your new beauty routine: hit the sack earlier the night before! Research has proven that a good night’s sleep makes you look healthier, happier, and–yes–more attractive. “Beauty Sleep” isn’t just a silly cliché–it is backed up by solid evidence. This is especially important for people who suffer from sleep apnea, because studies have … Seguir leyendo "
Amanda Peterson, star of the 80s classic Can’t Buy Me Love, passed away earlier this month. The actress began her career in 1982 with her role as an orphan in “Annie” and a few other jobs before finding her break-out role opposite Patrick Dempsey. Though she had cut back on acting by 1994, Amanda did not … Seguir leyendo "
It’s normal to snore occasionally – perhaps when you are suffering from a cold or after you’ve had a few drinks at a party before going to sleep. But what if you, like millions of Americans, snore regularly night after night? Are you suffering from a debilitating sleep disorder that can significantly affect all aspects … Seguir leyendo "
En un país en el que 1/5 de los adultos no duermen lo suficiente, estar cansado parece la norma. En nuestro último post, hablábamos de los peligros de la falta de sueño. Pero, ¿y si sigue cansado a pesar de dormir lo suficiente, o incluso más de lo normal? Esta condición de estar constantemente somnoliento y quizás ... Seguir leyendo "
We’re pretty sure you don’t need us to tell you about the causes of sleep deprivation. Not getting enough sleep is a prevalent, nationwide problem. Everyone has felt sleep-deprived at one point, and 1 in 5 adults regularly does not receive enough sleep1. But what are the real effects, to your body and mind, of not … Seguir leyendo "
Te has metido en la cama dispuesto a dormir bien. Empiezas a cabecear, pero aún no te has dormido del todo. Es entonces cuando sientes algo en la habitación cercana a tu cama. A pesar del susto, no puedes gritar, correr ni chillar. Te quedas helado de miedo. Esta experiencia se conoce como parálisis del sueño. No puedo moverme: la ... Seguir leyendo "
Spanish 
English 
Armenian 
Chinese 
Korean