Hack your sleep health
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New smart light technology claims to outsmart the slumber-stopping effects of evening screen time. But does it work? We asked two experts to enlighten us.
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Can a pillow-like robot coax our bodies to fall asleep faster? The idea isn’t as farfetched as it may sound.
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Helping young kids get a healthy night's sleep is both an art and a science. On the “science" side of the sleep equation, there are all sorts of relevant considerations, from pacifiers and safe sleep recommendations to common sleep patterns and problems, that can leave parents and children weary.
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Most of us have rambled strange gibberish in our sleep at some time or other. And some of us may find out in the morning that we’ve been roaming the house while still unconscious to the world.
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Quiet anxiety and fall asleep faster with these doctor-approved tips.
Chamomile tea can be a natural sleep aid
How nature’s remedies can get you to sleep.
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1. Find time for self-care before lights-out

Dedicate 30-mins to "you" time during the day or before bed. This will help curb the urge for revenge bedtime procrastination.

2. Power down tech an hour before bed

Blue light can cause your brain to keep you up longer than you might want. Tuck your tech away for a smoother wind down.

3. Cool yourself down on hot nights

A drop in body temperature can signal to your brain that it's time for shut-eye. Cool your room or try a hot bath.

4. Try to wake up at the same time every morning

A consistent wake time sets the stage for good sleep habits. Plus, who doesn't love waking up naturally?
Sleep troubles?
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Have you ever seen someone sleepwalking or been awakened by someone’s sleep talking? Each is a type of sleep issue known as parasomnias.
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It's not uncommon to have a phobia, in fact 19 million Americans admit to having one. However, the fear of falling asleep, or somniphobia, is on the rarer side.
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If you or your teen stay up until 3 a.m., there may be a medical explanation. Learn more about DSP [whichever letter] and how to treat it.
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This week researchers find that children may inherit sleep problems from their parents.
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Working shift work, especially at night, may lead to an increased risk of having a sleep disorder.
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Your driving habits might be telling you something about your sleep.
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