What is lack of sleep costing the American economy?

For the millions of Americans who struggle with insomnia, dragging yourself into the office in the morning is more than just a figure of speech.  A new study published in Sleep, the journal of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, shows what insomniacs everywhere...

Ten Sleep Tips for Travelers

Whether you are taking a business trip to the other side of the globe or jumping in the car for a camping trip with the kids, traveling and sleep can be uneasy bedfellows.  Although the amount of sleep disruption you encounter when you travel is largely dependent on...

How Stress is Stealing Your Sleep

For those who suffer from stress-induced insomnia, it may seem ironic that they best antidote to stress is sleep.  According to the National Sleep Foundation, many sleep experts agree that stress is the primary cause of most short term sleep problems.  If you are...

10 Tips for Sleeping Through the Heat

No matter how much you love the heat,  temperatures in the triple digits can leave you tossing and turning, searching in vain for a good night’s sleep.  People tend to sleep best when the temperature in the room around them is between 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit,...

A Drink Might Make You Drowsy, but Does it Help You Sleep

A Drink Might Make You Drowsy, but does it Help You Sleep?     Many people believe having a couple beers or a nice glass of wine before bed helps them to get a better night sleep, but research indicates that this may not be the case.  Although alcohol makes...

Back to School Means Back to Bedtime

Now that the new school year is underway, many parents are looking for ways to help their kids get the sleep they need for success.  After the long days and late nights of summer, shifting sleep schedules can be just as important as stocking up on school supplies and...