Bad News For Insomniacs: 'Hunger Hormones' Affected By Poor Sleep

Bad News For Insomniacs: 'Hunger Hormones' Affected By Poor Sleep
Insomnia has long been associated with poor health, including weight gain and even obesity. Now researchers at UCLA have found out why.

Clear The Brain During Sleep For New Learning
A new theory about sleep's benefits for the brain gets a boost from fruit flies in Science. Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis found evidence that sleep, already recognized as a promoter of long-term memories, also helps clear room in the brain for new learning.

Secondary Causes of Insomnia
Insomnia is defined as difficulty falling or staying asleep, or the complaint of unrestorative/unrefreshing sleep. Most people experience short-term insomnia from time to time, but when insomnia lasts for more than several weeks, it is considered chronic and should be evaluated by a physician. Insomnia used to be classified by sleep specialists as either primary or secondary insomnia. Secondary insomnia was insomnia that was due to an...

Big Belly And Obesity Linked To Increased Risk Of Restless Legs Syndrome
A new study shows both obesity and a large belly appear to increase the risk of developing restless legs syndrome (RLS), a common sleep disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to move your legs. The research is published in the April 7, 2009, print issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

Married Couples Needed For Pitt Sleep Research Study
The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is conducting a research study to examine the role sleep plays in the functioning of married couples and their risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Given that spouses are the primary sources of both support and conflict for most adults, the marital relationship offers a critical window for understanding how the ups and downs of these relationships can influence sleep and cardiovascular health.

Causes of Excessive Sleep

Causes of Excessive Sleep
Excessive sleep, also known as hypersomnia, is a type of sleep disorder that can manifest itself through depression and narcolepsy. Keep reading to learn more about the causes of excessive sleep.

The Eyes Have It

Headaches and Insomnia Going Hand in Hand

Warning: Energy Drinks Steal Sleep and Sanity

Rapid Eye Movement Sleep: REM Disorders
Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep has unique characteristics. Learn more about REM, the types of REM sleep,REM sleep behavior disorders and REM characteristics.

Drugs and Sleep Deprivation
Drugs and sleep deprivation go hand in hand. Keep reading to learn more about drugs that cause sleep deprivation.