With shorter days and lower temperatures, people often get significantly less sunlight during the winter months. Greater artificial light exposure is also typical of the season. These light changes can have a real impact on mood in many people. Some experience a mild sort of winter blues. In others, however, the light changes can lead […]
The term junk DNA has been in use for decades, despite the growing realization that the phrase is a misnomer. After all, junk carries a connotation of uselessness, when it may be more accurate to say science doesn’t yet know the various functions of this DNA category. In a recently published study conducted by Keck […]
With 2020 behind us, the world is looking eagerly ahead to 2021 as a new year of promise and hope. For many, the new year also brings the proverbial list of New Year’s resolutions. While many New Year’s resolutions involve making healthier lifestyle choices, the health of the circadian rhythm is usually overlooked. Fortunately, you […]
Sleep doesn’t get the respect it deserves. Not getting enough sleep is a common concern among both adults and children. This lack of sleep can have a real impact on mental well-being. New research shows a lack of sleep impacts fear regulation, potentially increasing stress and anxiety. The Sleep Experiment With their recent sleep study, […]
The COVID-19 pandemic is reshaping the holiday season for many people this winter. Many regions have social gathering limits and business restrictions, with officials asking people to stay safe at home as much as possible. While having these limitations can feel strange and stressful, it is possible that this shift actually promotes a more natural […]
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