Sleep Cycles: One rapid eye movement (REM) stage and three non-REM stages that altogether last about 90 to 120 minutes Benefits: Physical and mental recuperation and memory consolidation Disorders: ...

Sleepwalking in kids is a strange phenomenon that can be a bit scary for parents who are experiencing it for the first time. It's also more common than you may think. “About one out of six kids will ...

Stress, menstruation, and alcohol use are just a few factors that can trigger sleepwalking. For some people, sleepwalking can accompany other health conditions, including certain mental health ...

Many people believe that remembering their dreams means they had a good night's sleep. That's not necessarily the case, says Ariel Garten, co-founder of Muse, a neuroscience and meditation company.

We all know sleep is important, but beyond "get 7-9 hours," how much do we really understand about this mysterious nightly recharge? Prepare to have your mind blown (and hopefully, your energy boosted ...

Sleep is not just a period of rest, but a crucial function for our body’s health and wellbeing. It’s a time when the body repairs itself, the brain consolidates memories and vital hormones are ...

When a person is asleep, their core body temperature drops. Heart rate and breathing also slow down and overall metabolic activity decreases by about 10%. A sleeping body may seem inactive at first ...