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Was it the coffee, nap, or skipped exercise? Here's how logging your habits and sleep patterns can help pinpoint what’s spoiling your slumber.
A bed with a lamp, books and glasses on a bedside table. 2021 was a great year for sleep research.
It was an important year for the science of sleep — including the dangers of shift work, the impact of COVID-19, and the cost of sleep disorders.
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Four high-tech devices offer the promise of better shut-eye, thanks to intelligent algorithms, cooling technology, and special sensors.
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For healthy sleep, exercise is vital. But done wrong, it can also impact your ability to get quality rest. Experts explain how to get all of the good stuff and none of the bad.
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Sleepscore Labs asked 35,000 people about what wakes them up and found that women report more disruptions in their sleep than men. We broke down what those disruptors were and how they change over time.
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While they may seem daunting, sleep studies should be nothing to lose sleep about. We’ve put together a guide on what to expect when going for a sleep study.
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1. Reduced anxiety

Doomscrolling before bed is a recipe for mental disaster. Quit the apps at least an hour before bed.

2. Healthier bedtime boundaries

That notification can wait. Bedtime is your time, and building positive sleep associations can help you fall asleep faster.

3. More energy at wake-up

A phone away keeps the procrastination at bay. Avoid logging on first thing and focus on your morning routine.

4. Consistent sleep-wake schedule

Blue light can cause your brain to keep you up longer than you might want. Rely on natural light schedule your sleep.
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The right music can help you relax, wind down, and drift off more easily. Here are a few of our favorite sleep songs to soothe you into slumber.
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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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