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New Memory Foam Neck Pillow Takes the Pain Out of Travel

It also has a few nifty features, like a pocket for your phone.

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Yes, There Is Such a Thing as Getting Too Much Sleep

Getting six to eight hours of sleep seems to be the sweet spot.

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6 Factors That Determine Whether or Not You Remember Your Dreams

If you want to recall more dreams, sleep longer.

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'Sleep Inertia' is Real, and Scientists Can Measure It in Your Brain

Feeling groggy after your nap? It's not just you.

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Study Finds Hot Baths May Be as Effective as Exercise in Helping Depression

A good soak might actually be an effective treatment for clinically diagnosed mood disorders.

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You Can Now Book a Nap Nook in New York City

Sweet dreams.

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5 Scientific Tips for Getting Back to Sleep After You’ve Woken Up in the Middle of the Night

Unfortunately for you, reading this article on your phone in the dark won’t help, so make sure to arm yourself with these tips before you hit the sack.

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15 Amazing Sleeping Habits of Animals

The many weird and wonderful ways animals manage to catch some z's.

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Sleep More Soundly with These Sweat-Busting Sheets

There are few things more unpleasant than waking up in the middle of the night covered in sweat. We tested some sheets that promise to keep you cool and dry.

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Let the Voice of Bob Ross Lull You to Sleep With Calm’s Bedtime App

Forget sheep—counting happy little trees can help you fall asleep, too.

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New Nap Pods—Complete with Alarm Clocks and Netflix—Set for A Trial Run at Airports This Summer

Travel (and sleep) in style.

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Sleeping In on Weekends May Help You Catch Up on Sleep After All

The new study could change the way we think about sleep debt.

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More Evidence to Suggest That Your Insomnia Is Genetic

Blame your parents.

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How Do Hummingbirds Sleep?

A little shut-eye comes with some risk.

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Stop Your Snoring and Track Your Sleep With a Wi-Fi Smart Pillow

It's made to keep you from snoring, track your sleep, and let you jam to music without your partner hearing.

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Want to Fall Asleep Faster? Add This Tweak To Your Bedtime Routine

Researchers at Baylor University have a drug-free way to get more shut-eye.

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Why Is It So Difficult to Sleep While Sitting Up?

News you can use this holiday season.

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Want to Get Better Sleep? Don’t Think of Yourself as an Insomniac

Identifying as an insomniac will only make your sleep worse, a new study suggests.

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The Secret to the World's Most Comfortable Bed Might Be Yak Hair

Instead of counting sheep, you may want to start counting yaks.

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7 Ways to Cope When It’s Too Hot to Sleep

These proven tricks will help you beat the heat.

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Why Do We Sleep Under Blankets?

Because it's amazing, that's why. (But also, you know, comfort.)

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Insomniacs Are Swearing By This "Sleepy" Body Lotion

Lush's body lotion is popular, but can it really help you catch some z's?

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5 Tips for Becoming A Morning Person

Even the most dedicated night owls can train themselves to become early risers.

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Does Evolution Explain Why Our Sleep Habits Change With Age?

According to a recent study, naturally staggered sleep schedules means that someone is always awake and vigilant.