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Proposed sleep bill prevents schools from starting early in the morning

Kids needing more shut eye before school is the rationale behind a new bill making its way through Tallahassee.This bill would prevent middle schools from starting before eight and high schools before 8:30 a.m.

What to consider before taking melatonin for sleep

A person who struggles to sleep may turn to a melatonin supplement, but Cleveland Clinic sleep specialist Dr. Marri Horvat urges people to talk to their doctor first.

Consumer Reports: Secrets to waking refreshed after a good night’s sleep

We're all looking for the secrets to a good night's sleep. In fact, Consumer Reports surveyed more than 2,000 adults and 9 out of 10 said they had experienced at least one sleep challenge in the previous 12 months.

How mindful movement can lead to a revolution of rest

A lack of sleep can lead to a number of health problems. However, some believe yoga is the solution when it comes to getting the best rest.

Northern Lights: Spectacular shots captured from North Yorkshire garden

Amateur photographer Chris Lowther expected images of the night sky, but not the Northern Lights.

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As bagpipes played 'Sleep, Dearie, Sleep,' a nation bids farewell to Queen Elizabeth

A procession and funeral steeped in tradition bring an end to a journey that began with Queen Elizabeth II's death at Balmoral Castle in Scotland 11 days ago.

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Sleep Divorce: Saving lives & marriages, one good night’s sleep at a time

Lack of sleep also makes you more prone to cancer, dementia, and heart disease. But what if the person you’re sharing the bed with is making it impossible for you to get a good night’s sleep?

Did you know snoring is the 3rd leading cause of divorce? Here’s how to stop it.

According to snoring divorce statistics, snoring is the third leading cause of divorce in the US behind infidelity and financial issues. Here are some tips for stopping your snore.

A New Test for an Old Theory About Dreams

When a sleeping animal’s eyes twitch beneath its eyelids, is it looking around a dream world?

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Spiders show signs of REM-like activity, raising the question: Do they dream?

A team of researchers filmed jumping spiders overnight and observed behaviors that mirror rapid eye movement sleep in other species. It helps that baby jumping spiders have translucent exoskeletons.

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Should parents give their children melatonin supplements?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of pediatric melatonin ingestions reported to poison control centers has increased during the past decade.

10 Things That Can Affect Your Dreams At Night

Whether you never remember your dreams or can't forget your nightmares, dreams have a purpose. This is why dreams happen, what causes nightmares, and what you can do to increase the chances of sweet dreams.View Entire Post ›

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Foods that affect your sleep

The key to getting a good night’s rest might be in what you do and don’t eat.

How daylight saving time affects sleep

On Sunday, we’ll spring ahead one hour for daylight saving time. And while it may not seem like much, that small change can disrupt your sleep.

Can Medieval Sleeping Habits Fix America’s Insomnia?

The history of “first sleep” and “second sleep” holds surprising lessons about preindustrial life, 21st-century anxiety, and the problem with digging for utopia in the past.

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Novak Djokovic: Judge raises concerns over tennis star's treatment by border officers

Anthony Kelly is presiding over the tennis star's challenge to the cancellation of his Australian visa.

bbc.co.uk

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.

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Jacksonville sleep expert sizes up the science behind melatonin diffuser designed to look like e-cigarette

There are a couple of melatonin diffusers on the market, but News4Jax brought to a doctor one that stood out because of its large presence on social media.

Why going to sleep during the ‘golden hour’ could save your life

It’s doesn’t surprise me that a new study published this week has pinpointed a “golden hour” between 10pm and 11pm as the sweet spot for going to sleep.

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Tech tips for better sleep

Many of us rely on tech all day long. But did you know it could also help you at night when it’s time to go to bed?

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3 ways to get more rest, time to yourself after a busy day

It can be harder than ever to find time for yourself during the day now that many people work from home due to the pandemic, which means their professional lives can invade their personal space and schedule.

Distracted, moody, forgetful? Here’s what might be wrong -- and how to fix it

Kids, stress, work, perhaps simply life happening — they're all reasons we may not be getting enough sleep, and they're often things out of our control.

Get 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 much sleep do you really need?

Not getting enough sleep -- or getting too much -- can be harmful to your health. A major physicians' group, the American Thoracic Society, is out with new recommendations for just how much sleep is best. CBS News' Marlie Hall reports.

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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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Better sleep may prevent metabolic disorders

Better sleep may prevent metabolic disorders Daily health headlines: A poor night's rest may lead to diabetes or obesity, medical marijuana pills may relieve multiple sclerosis symptoms, plus more top stories.

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