New research shows that many teenagers are not getting enough sleep. Some are getting less than five hours a night, which can have serious effects on their health. From school to activities, teenagers ...

The change to daylight saving time and the marking of World Sleep Day call attention to the factors that contribute to sleep ...

Not getting enough sleep can affect more than just your mood. From constant yawning to brain fog and sugar cravings, your body sends clear signals when sleep deprivation starts taking a toll.

Certain behavioral effects of not getting enough sleep may explain why people who have insomnia are at risk for problems with alcohol. A study of college students, published in Alcohol: Clinical and ...

We know that sleep is important for our health — long-term sleep issues have been linked to worse cardiovascular health, a weakened immune system and cancer. But how do you know if you’re getting ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As people across the country set the clocks back this weekend, a UConn Health doctor is stressing the importance of getting enough ...

Getting good sleep is a prerequisite to accomplishment, to good relationships, and to a pleasurable life. If you’re not getting enough sleep (7 to 9 hours a night for most adults, perhaps a bit less ...

A healthy diet, regular exercise, and stress management — these are well-established factors that promote weight control. But emerging evidence suggests that sleep also plays a powerful role in ...

Sleep apnea is one of the most common — and most overlooked — sleep disorders. Millions of people live with it for years without realizing their nightly rest is being repeatedly disrupted, quietly ...

Most parents know that their teens are not getting enough sleep. But how much does sleep deprivation really matter if kids are still able to function? And what can families do to help their kids get ...