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Whether you need help falling or staying asleep, our experts are here to help. They share insights on topics like how much sleep you need, why you’re waking up tired, sleep hygiene best practices, supplements and why trends like mouth taping are so dangerous.

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December 28, 2022/Sleep

How Long Can You Go Without Sleep?

You’ll experience side effects of sleep deprivation within the first 24 hours

child frightened in bed with night terrors
November 14, 2022/Sleep

What Are Night Terrors? And What To Do About Them

Getting enough sleep and keeping the bedroom quiet and restful can help

Melatonin pills spilling out of pill bottle on a blue background.
October 21, 2022/Sleep

The Truth About Melatonin Addiction

This sleep supplement may have side effects, but dependency isn’t one

Woman sleeping in bed at night while sleep study is performed.
October 4, 2022/Sleep

What To Expect From a Sleep Study

Studies are customized for each individual, but be sure to bring your favorite pillow

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Child asleep in class
September 19, 2022/Sleep

Signs Your Child Is Exhausted: Spotting Sleepiness, From Babies to Teens

From pulling on ears and hyperactivity at night to irritability and napping during the day

Person in sleep state dreaming.
August 18, 2022/Sleep

Why Do We Dream?

Experts are still trying to unravel this mystery

A drawing of a woman and child with a bottle between them
August 17, 2022/Sleep

Melatonin Overdose in Children

Too much of the supplement can lead to an upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea

Child sleeping on a cloud clutching a teddy bear.
August 16, 2022/Sleep

Melatonin for My Child: What Parents Should Know

While the supplement is safe, it’s best to talk to your child’s pediatrician first

Person with the sleep disorder sexsomnia.
August 15, 2022/Sleep

Is Sexsomnia Real — and Could You Have It and Not Know It?

Sleep-sex episodes are rare sleep-related disorders

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July 22, 2022/Sleep

Should You Try Polyphasic Sleep?

The risks may outweigh the rewards of this type of sleep schedule

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