Sleep Research

Why We Dream And How To Rewrite Nightmares

Anne Hill | Posted 11.23.2009 | Living


Anne Hill

Brain wave patterns during lucid dreaming show a typical REM sleep pattern associated with dreaming, mixed in with patterns associated with waking awareness.

Tee Off On This: Sleep Better, Golf Better

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 11.23.2009 | Living


Dr. Michael J. Breus

I don't know any avid golfer who isn't looking for tips to improve his or her game. And now I finally have proof to make a case for my area of expertise: better sleep.

Short Sleeper? Your Genes Might Be Why

nytimes.com | TARA PARKER | Posted 09.14.2009 | Living


Researchers have found a genetic mutation in two people who need far less sleep than average, a discovery that might open the door to understanding hu...

Nap vs. Caffeine vs. More Nighttime Sleep?

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 07.25.2009 | Living


Dr. Michael J. Breus

A new study just released proves the power of a nap over a jolt of caffeine and even more sleep at night.

Sleeping With The (TV) Enemy

Jim Watkins | Posted 07.10.2009 | Living


Jim Watkins

Some sleep experts say the bedroom should be used for only two things: sleep and sex. Well, sleep or sex is going to have to go, because there's no way I'm giving up the TV.

There Could Be Something in the Air...

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 08.01.2008 | Living


Dr. Michael J. Breus

Can you really reverse the effects of sleep deprivation in the brain from just smelling the beautiful aromas of a good Joe?