One key role of sleep involves cerebrospinal fluid, which surrounds and protects the brain. During sleep, CSF helps remove ...

Ever reached a point where you've scrolled social media on your phone for so long before bedtime, you feel foggy, overstimulated, anxious and struggle to get to sleep? It may be that you, and your ...

The CDC says a third of adults, a third of children and a stunning 77 percent of teens aren’t getting enough sleep.

Recent research has unveiled the intricate processes through which sleep contributes to brain health and cognitive sharpness. A study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has shed ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images You've probably noticed that you feel more alert and capable after a good ...

We know that a bad night’s sleep can leave us groggy, grumpy and unable to focus, which can affect our judgment and productivity. It turns out that restlessness fueled by a few poor habits can also ...

Researchers have discovered neurons in mice that help their brains track and recover from sleep debt. If a similar pathway exists in humans, it could improve treatments for sleep disorders and other ...

If the organ doesn't get time to clean itself at night, it'll find (often inconvenient) time during the day.