Scientists reveal how sleep protects brain cells, manages metabolic damage, and may help explain links to Alzheimer’s disease.

A brief afternoon nap may reset key brain processes, helping the mind stay flexible, focused, and ready to learn.

Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: We have evolved a sleep cycle that goes from non-REM to REM sleep and back again, but until now, the biological function of this oscillation was ...

Recent research reveals we dip into a sleeplike state as our brains flush out waste buildup.

Discover the effects of sleep deprivation on your brain and body, impacting cognition, mood, metabolism, and overall health.

Want to give your brain a boost? It might be time for a "synaptic reset." New research suggests that a short midday nap can ...

Have you ever wondered what happens in your brain while you sleep? A good night's sleep does more than just help you feel rested; it might literally clear your mind. A study published in the journal ...

Quality of sleep is just as essential to your overall health as nutrition, hydration, and physical activity. Yet many people underestimate how critical sleep is for physical, mental, and emotional ...