Allan Rechtschaffen, eminent sleep researcher, dies at 93
Allan Rechtschaffen, an indefatigable sleep researcher at the University of Chicago who tested the effects of sleep deprivation, studied dreaming, narcolepsy, napping and insomnia, and standardized the measurement of sleep stages, died Nov. 29 at his home in Chicago. He was 93.
chicagotribune.comGet your kids into a healthy sleep routine
Consumer Reports has some ideas that could help your kids sleep better during these uncertain times. Consumer Reports says a key to good sleep is the same for kids and adults. Set a sleep routine, which means going to bed and getting up at about the same time each day. It can boost the effect of sleep hormones like melatonin, especially if it’s done in bright daylight in the morning! Blue light from screens can slow the production of your natural sleep hormones.
How to get a better night's sleep without pills
Approximately 40 million Americans suffer from insomnia, but now, modern medicine may be going back to an ancient and simple remedy. Clinical psychologist and specialist in sleep medicine Michael Breus joins "CBS This Morning" to share the best ways to rest without popping pills.
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