Sleep is known to contribute to the healthy functioning of the brain and the consolidation of memories. Past psychology research specifically highlighted its role in retaining episodic memories, which ...

Humans and other animals encounter and remember countless experiences each day; when we sleep, groups of cells in the brain known as neuronal ensembles replay these experiences to consolidate them ...

Obstructive sleep apnea, a condition that causes lower oxygen levels during sleep, is linked to degeneration of brain regions associated with memory through damage to the brain's small blood vessels, ...

Have you ever been faced with a difficult decision and been told to “sleep on it”? These grandmotherly words of wisdom can feel frustrating in the moment — but a new study in the journal PLOS Biology ...

Khaberni - Researchers have found that lack of sleep accelerates brain aging and makes it appear older than its actual age.

The Sleep Sprinter, the 3 a.m. Doomscroller, the Human Snooze Button — we’re all familiar with these archetypes of sleep deprivation. You probably already know that inadequate sleep can raise your ...

A study involving nearly 200 adults reveals whether meal timing really improves sleep or whether the effect is less than ...

Research shows that irregular rest–activity rhythms could serve as an early warning sign of dementia. KUWAIT CITY, Jan 15: New research suggests that subtle changes in daily sleep–wake timing and rest ...