sleep
New sleep genes found
Posted in Medicine on 21st Jun, 2015
by Alex Muller
Most of us need seven to eight hours of sleep a night to function well, but some people seem to need a lot less sleep. The difference is largely due to genetic variability.
73% of insomniacs cured after therapy session
Posted in Medicine on 2nd Jun, 2015
by Alex Muller
A simple one-hour therapy session has helped to cure 73% of people suffering from acute insomnia, according to a new study from Northumbria University.
Insomnia Can Weaken the Heart, Cause Stroke
Posted in Medicine on 14th May, 2015
by Alex Muller
Insomniacs face a much higher risk of stroke than restful sleepers, according to a recent study.
Colors help set bodys internal clock
Posted in Featured, Science on 19th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
'What this opens up is the possibility for enhancing existing ways of treating jet lag or things like seasonal depression disorder'
Sleep apnoea 'linked to memory loss'
Posted in Medicine on 16th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
People who have difficulty breathing while asleep are more likely to develop memory problems early on, a study in the journal Neurology suggests.