DEAR ABBY: My husband of 4 1/2 years had an old girlfriend he was on and off with for 15 years. She passed away while he was in prison. We got married three months after he was released. The thing is, when he sleeps, almost every night, he says her name and how much he … Read more
Talk about brain drain. We know that a bad night’s sleep can leave us groggy, grumpy and unable to focus, which can affect our judgment and productivity. It turns out that restlessness fueled by a few poor habits can also accelerate brain aging by several months, new research reports. A new study suggests that five … Read more
A new study reveals that the foundation of solid sleep may rest on four core habits. Over 31 days, roughly 39,000 healthy adults participated in what a team of international researchers dubbed the “Core Four Challenge.” The objective of the study was to determine the combined impact of four circadian-aligning behaviors on sleep quality and … Read more
It may be time to switch up your shower routine. A wellness trend making the rounds on social media promotes ‘dark showering,’ which is exactly what it sounds like: your daily bathing ritual, just at night or with the lights low. “Light powerfully influences the brain,” Dr. Daniel Amen, psychiatrist, brain imaging specialist and founder … Read more
Sleeping apart might not be the key to happiness in a relationship. Recent trends such as “sleep divorce” have highlighted the benefits of sleeping separately from a partner, sometimes even inhabiting different rooms. The Scandinavian sleep method, a cultural design to improve sleep quality in Nordic countries like Sweden and Norway, has popularized the concept of … Read more
For years, fans got used to waking up with Hoda Kotb on the “Today” show — but now she wants to help put you to sleep. Nearly 74% of adults have trouble falling asleep at night due to stress, ruminating thoughts and anxiety over work and life. But Kotb, 61, has host found a simple … Read more
Fulfilling your dreams of getting better sleep could just be a snack away. It you’re trying to ditch the sleeping pills and opt for a healthier way to maximize your shut-eye, a few additions to your diet could make all the difference. These doctor- and dietician-approved foods can help calm your mind, regulate your circadian … Read more
The Sleep Sprinter, the 3 a.m. Doomscroller, the Human Snooze Button — we’re all familiar with these archetypes of sleep deprivation. You probably already know that inadequate sleep can raise your risk of chronic health problems like heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity, but how can it affect your personality? A team of … Read more
Ship happens. A video of a couple sleeping on a cruise ship balcony has gone viral, sparking debate over privacy etiquette. A couple was sleeping on their balcony, and people on another cruise ship across the way took a video of the pair without their consent. A majority of people in the comments section of … Read more
The Nanny is laying down the law — it’s time for a sleep divorce. Fran Drescher, 68, is the latest star to embrace the growing trend of couples sleeping in separate rooms, declaring that she doesn’t want “someone sleeping in my bed full-time ever again.” “It’s not that I don’t like being intimate with a … Read more
Lucid dreaming is so yesterday. Now, sleep scientists are focusing on a rare phenomenon in which people remain aware while sleeping — but experience no dreams, thoughts or even a sense of self. Cracking this “unusual” sleep stage, researchers say, could turn everything we thought we knew about consciousness upside down. Scientists are still debating … Read more
Wanna wake up in the city that doesn’t sleep? Then you’ll have to leave NYC. Newark, New Jersey — a bustling metropolis mere minutes outside of Manhattan — now ranks as the No.1, absolute “worst city” in America for a good night’s sleep, per a new report. It’s a local locale that’s been bested by the rest. … Read more
Not everyone can be an Emmys darling. The TV Academy went all in on shows like “Severance,” “The Pitt,” “The White Lotus,” “The Studio,” “Adolescence,” “The Penguin,” and “The Last of Us” when making nominations for the upcoming 2025 Emmy Awards, airing this Sunday. Other programs, however, got little to no love from Emmy voters … Read more
Don’t sleep on this troubling sign that may increase your risk of dementia. Age, genetics, high blood pressure, unmanaged Type 2 diabetes, smoking and untreated hearing loss are among the major risk factors for dementia, a progressive condition that affects memory, thinking and the ability to perform daily tasks. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic wanted … Read more
Mind over mattress? It’s no secret that most Americans don’t get the recommended seven to nine hours of nightly sleep. Persistent stress, pressure-cooker schedules, 24/7 digital connectivity and “hustle culture” significantly contribute to insomnia. There are several ways to address sleep deprivation — you could reconsider your sleep position, for one, and avoid heavy meals … Read more
Talk about a lobe low. According to a dermatologist, keeping your studs in while you sleep isn’t doing your future self any favors. “I’m gonna give you some advice so that when you’re sitting around with your girlfriends 20 years from now and they’re all complaining of this cosmetic issue, you’re gonna be like, well, … Read more
Shell shock! Nearly 54 million US adults are believed to suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which occurs when muscles in your throat relax and repeatedly block your airway, causing you to stop breathing as you sleep. Besides disrupted sleep and snoring, OSA can raise the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, … Read more
Americans, by and large, are starved for sleep. While seven to nine hours of sleep a night is generally recommended, a survey by US News revealed 58% of us sleep six to seven hours a night, while one in five is only clocking four to five hours of shut-eye. To close that yawning gap, one woman is sharing her … Read more
Is there a “prime” bedtime? A new study found the average American falls asleep at 11:18 p.m. A new survey of 2,000 general population Americans explored respondents’ nighttime routines and sleep habits — digging into their bedtimes. The results found that the average respondent begins their nighttime routine at 10:15 p.m., taking 21 minutes to … Read more
Experts agree that seven to nine hours of sleep is ideal for most adults — but when it comes to your health, the total number of hours might not be the most important factor. In a major new study led by teams from Peking University and Army Medical University, sleep irregularity has been linked to an increased … Read more