Can’t Sleep? Your Dog Can Help
If you’re a dog owner and struggle with sleep issues, you’ve probably been told to kick Fido out of your bedroom. Indeed, many people believe that pets disrupt sleep and that it's part of [...]
8 Sleep Tips for Shift Workers
We’d all love to dictate our work schedules and to have our professional lives sync neatly with our personal, family and health needs. Too often, however, this just not possible. Nights? Overtime? Early mornings? Whatever your [...]
Teen Sleep: What You Need to Know & How to Help
According to the National Sleep Foundation, teens need about 8 to 10 hours of sleep per night in order to function best. But, unfortunately, only about 15% of teens seem to be getting that [...]
Orthosomnia: Is Your Sleep Tracker Actually Harming Your Sleep?
Wearable devices such as FitBits that help us to (supposedly) track our sleep may actually have the potential to harm sleep, instead. That’s according to a new case study report from the Journal of [...]
Sleeping More this Winter? What’s Normal, What’s Not & What’s SAD
If you’re reading this from the northern hemisphere, you’re just days from the winter solstice and the shortest day of the year. With limited daylight hours and long nights, you’re likely to find yourself [...]
Holidays, Travel, and Quality Sleep – Yes, You Can Have It All
Every year, approximately 100 million Americans are on the move during the holiday season, says the New York Times, with 97 million traveling at the end of December, alone. Unfortunately, while it’s (usually… hopefully) [...]
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)?
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-i) is a technique used to combat insomnia by helping patients get to the root of their sleep issues and learn how to control anti-sleep thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. [...]
5 Reasons Not to Skimp on Sleep this Holiday Season (or Ever)
The holiday season is rapidly approaching, bringing with it decorating, shopping, parties, travel, preparing meals, eating meals, and more. Sometimes there just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day to get everything [...]
Men and Sleep: Yes, Sleep Disorders Affect Men Differently than Women
According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, sleep disorders affect men and women differently. What’s at play? Physical differences, lifestyle influences, aging, and more. Recognizing these gender-related factors is important so we can [...]
The 411 on Perimenopause, Menopause, and Sleep Disturbances
Calling all women in their 40’s and 50’s! Did you know that insomnia can be one of the early signs of menopause? Indeed, according the National Sleep Foundation, up to half of all menopausal [...]
Can Warm Milk and Counting Sheep Really Help You Sleep?
When I can’t sleep, I’ll try almost anything. But I also don’t want to waste my time on something if it’s simply a passing trend or old wives’ tale. Which got me thinking… Do [...]
Sleep Struggles? Here’s Who You Can Turn To.
If you’re struggling with your sleep, or with lack of sleep, the good news is that you don’t have to go it alone. There are professionals to help and you’ve got options. Here’s how [...]
Things that Go Bump in the Night: Nightmares vs. Night Terrors
Bad dreams, nightmares, and night terrors… Sometimes, sleep can be a little scary. But understanding what’s going on and the different types of night frights can help. I, for one, always feel better when [...]
Beyond Insomnia: Circadian Rhythm Disorders and Daytime Sleepiness
When someone mentions a sleep disorder, most of us think of insomnia (not being able to get enough sleep) and, maybe, narcolepsy (not being able to stay awake). But there are actually many more types [...]
Abnormal Sleep Behavior: Sleep Talking, Walking, Grinding, and More
If your sleep doesn’t seem “normal” to you, you’re not alone. According to the National Institutes of Health, about 50 to 70 million Americans have sleep or wakefulness disorders that can take many forms. [...]
Sleeping Medication and Non-pharmacological Insomnia Treatment
We are so lucky. For so many of our minor daily aches, pains and little health concerns there are effective medicines available. Headache? There are (multiple) easy-to-use and generally safe pills for that. Overdid [...]
Awake and Anxious? Tackling Insomnia and Anxiety
Everyone gets worried or stressed occasionally and there are times when that heightened alertness can be helpful. Bedtime is NOT, however, one of them. Continue reading to learn how to recognize anxiety and insomnia [...]
Depression and Insomnia are Often Seen, and Treated, Together
Depression and insomnia often go hand in hand and the relationship between the two conditions can be complicated. But regardless of whether your depression or your insomnia manifested itself first, you deserve to find [...]
How to Fall Asleep: Expert Tips to Help Prevent Insomnia Tonight
Do you have trouble falling or staying asleep? You’re not alone. According to Psychology Today, 1 in 3 people is affected by insomnia. While severe insomnia, chronic insomnia, or insomnia related to mental health [...]
Can’t Sleep? Here’s what Melatonin Can (and Can’t) Do to Help
Do you have trouble falling or staying asleep? You’re not alone. According to Psychology Today, 1 in 3 people is affected by insomnia. While severe insomnia, chronic insomnia, or insomnia related to mental health [...]