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In the American family, teens tend to be especially busy. Between sports, school, and their social lives, teens seem to be constantly on the go. These busy schedules leave little room for sleep, which can be more problematic than once believed. A new study from the University of Wisconsin in Madison shows that lack of…
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Longtime visitors to SleepBetter will recall that in the summer of 2009 we worked on a great project in the town of Stephenville, Texas.  The project, called Sleep Better, Dream Bigger, charted the hopes and dreams of an entire small town.  Singer and songwriter Jewel, whose hometown is Stephenville, worked with us on the project….
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These days it’s very common for people to put sleep on the back burner. Because of social life, work, or academics, people seem to choose many things over getting a good night’s sleep. A recent study out of Cornell University proves this notion. Researchers asked the 2,600 plus participants to choose between two options: getting…
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There are a number of “old wives tales” that people swear by when it comes to sleep. A new report from MSNBC Health points out some of these beliefs that actually turn out to be myths. The 5 myths about sleep include: 1) Napping only makes us more tired. In actuality a quick 10 to…
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It can be difficult parenting a teenager.  But, if you’re struggling with troublesome teen behavior, you might want to take a close look at why the teen is acting the way he is. A new study released from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that teens who get less than 8 hours of…
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In the last of our series of infographics, we take a look at how college students stack up against most Americans when it comes to amount of sleep and bedroom cleanliness. The results?  Well, the graphic below (click for a full-sized version) will show you that college students are in for a reality check come…
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Many people cite having trouble falling asleep at night, but most don’t think that their diet could help or harm their ability to get a good night’s sleep.  In actuality, there are a number of foods that can help you get a good nights rest. A recent article narrows these foods down to five of…
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After being up late, the next day you are likely to be slow moving, feel fatigued, and yawn many times. But, a new study shows that yawning is not just from being tired. This recent study from Princeton University shows that yawning could actually be your body’s way of cooling your brain. During the research,…
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In light of new research, sleep expert and SleepBetter contributor Dr. Lisa Shives (The Sleep M.D.) is calling for sleep testing for all children suspected of having Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).  Dr. Shives, a medical doctor who specializes in sleep issues, says the symptoms of ADHD and sleep deprivation are too similar to ignore,…
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Lack of sleep can cause many unwanted ailments. We have discussed before how insufficient sleep can lead to high blood pressure, headaches, dementia, and many other problems.  Unfortunately, a study released earlier this year is pointing to another issue.  The study, from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, indicates that lack of sleep may lead…
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