New research into the effects of working during the night has found that shift work harms nurses in a number of ways, affecting not only their own well-being but also their ability to care for their patients. Night Shift Work Harms Nurses By Inhibiting the Circadian Rhythm Researchers at the University of Alabama conducted a […]
Lack of Sleep Leads to Negativity, Changes in Emotional Behavior
Not getting enough sleep can be harmful in a number of ways. Past studies on sleep and emotional health have likened sleep deprivation to intoxication, based on the way lack of sleep alters your perception of reality. Additionally, sleep deprivation inhibits your ability to react, especially in exigent circumstances, which is why drivers are cautioned […]
New Research Examines Lack of Sleep and Depression in Teens
For many people, the teen years are a time of late nights and early mornings. Teens are often just beginning to experience full social lives, including evening activities that keep them up well after bedtime. Homework, part-time jobs and other obligations also can dip into the hours needed for rest. At the same time, high […]
Can Lack of Sleep Make You Lonely?
The results of numerous clinical studies underscore the importance of getting a good night’s sleep on a regular basis. In fact, it’s an undisputed fact that lack of sleep can adversely affect overall health in a myriad of ways. Now, the latest findings suggest sleep deprivation linked to social isolation. Here, we will examine the […]
Why Do We Sleep? Breakthrough Study May Provide Answers
What could you accomplish with eight more hours added to your day? Many of us could be more productive at work, enjoy more leisure activities — even spend more time with loved ones. Sleep takes up an astounding one-third of our lives. In days gone by, time was even more critical, as humans struggled to […]
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