How Sleep Affects Immunity
In recent decades, sleep science has shown that sleep impacts virtually every body system, including the immune system. Research on the links between sleep and physical health make it clear […]
Smith-Magenis Syndrome and Sleep
Smith-Magenis syndrome (SMS) is a developmental disorder affecting about 1 in 15,000 kids. Symptoms of SMS vary widely, but children with it often have intellectual disabilities, behavior challenges, and sleep […]
Sciatic Nerve Pain Relief at Night – How to Sleep With Sciatica
Sciatica refers to pain, tingling, or discomfort along the sciatic nerve, found on both sides of the body. These nerves run from the lower back and pelvis down the back […]
Is Sleeping With a Fan On a Good Idea?
Lots of people like to sleep with a fan on at night. The air movement makes you feel cooler. Some also find the fan noise relaxing or enjoy the gentle […]
Wildfires and Smoke: How to Protect Your Sleep
Throughout the United States, cities are currently facing one of the hottest summers in decades. While concerns about rising temperatures have lingered for years, the summer of 2023 has seen […]
Can Tracking Your Child’s Sleep?
My daughter and I conducted a sleep tracking experiment using a wearable device to gain insight into how rest impacts her days. What Is a Wearable? How Are Wearables Used? […]
Sleep Is Social: An Interview With Dr.
Look at sleep in the bigger picture of your relationships and social connections. You may want to sleep next to your partner, but that can actually lead to worse sleep. […]