Cannabis May Promise Better Sleep, but Does It Deliver?
A good night’s sleep is something millions of people struggle to achieve, and cannabis has become an increasingly popular remedy. But what if it is…
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The Brain’s Overnight Maintenance System: Sleep and Dementia Explained
Why are chronic stress, depression, cardiovascular disease, fragmented sleep, and aging all linked to a greater risk of dementia? In a new review article published…
Examining the Effects of Sleep Aids on Insomnia in Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
Obstructive sleep apnoea is a common condition where a person’s breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep because the airway becomes blocked. These pauses in…
Lack of quality sleep may speed up brain ageing
A study from Karolinska Institutet published in eBioMedicine reveals that poor sleep could make the brain appear older than its actual age. The research suggests…
Inflammation Greatly Increases Depression Risk in Older Adults Suffering from Insomnia
Chronic inflammation, long recognised for its role in severe physical conditions like heart disease and cancer, may also significantly worsen the psychological consequences of poor…
Daytime Sleep Patterns and Mortality Risk Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults
A newly presented study at the SLEEP 2025 annual meeting has shed light on the intriguing link between daytime napping behaviours and mortality risk in…
Excessive Sleep May Impair Cognitive Function, Particularly in Depressed Individuals, UT Health San Antonio Study Reveals
A recent study conducted by researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) revealed that sleeping nine…
Recent Research Shows That Sleep Helps Block Intrusive Memories
The relationship between inadequate sleep and mental health issues may stem from impairments in brain areas responsible for blocking undesirable thoughts, according to a study…
Scientists Discover that Disrupted Sleep Is a Key Symptom of the Most Prevalent Liver Disorder
Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), previously known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, is becoming increasingly common globally, exacerbated by rising obesity rates and sedentary…
Women Experience Less Sleep and More Frequent Awakenings Compared to Men
A new animal study by researchers at CU Boulder has revealed significant differences in sleep patterns between males and females. The study, published in Scientific…
Daytime Sleepiness May Be Linked to Early Dementia Syndrome
Older individuals who experience daytime sleepiness or a diminished enthusiasm for daily activities due to sleep disturbances may be more susceptible to developing a syndrome…
Medication and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Can Alleviate Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis Patients
A University of Michigan-led study has delved into the efficacy of standard treatments for individuals with multiple sclerosis, mainly focusing on the impact of medical…