Social media has become a go-to source for lifestyle trends, and sleep habits are no exception. According to a 2024 survey by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), 37% of Americans have tried at least one viral sleep trend. One of the most [...]
In a society focused on rushing through the “daily grind,” taking care of the human body has never been more important. There are many classes, books, and online resources informing people on how to improve their daily eating and exercise routines, but very few [...]
Congratulations to the three students selected as the winners of the 2024 AASM High School Video Contest! This year’s contest focused on helping teens understand why sleep is important to their success either in school, health, safety, sports, relationships, or another area. Contestants were asked [...]
Sleep is a cornerstone of our daily lives, impacting everything from our mood to our physical health. But with so many factors affecting our ability to rest well, it's no wonder sleep can sometimes feel like a mystery. Here, we discuss some of the [...]
Improving sleep isn't just about getting comfy in bed. It's also about training our brains to connect the bed with sleep. That's what stimulus control, a component of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, is all about. By having a consistent and predictable schedule and [...]
Submissions are now being accepted for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s 2024 “Sleep for Success” High School Video Contest. Entrants will compete for a cash prize and raise awareness about the importance of sleep for teens and how proper sleep leads to better [...]
June may boast the shortest nights of the year, but for those experiencing chronic insomnia, every night feels like an eternity. This sleep disorder affects millions worldwide, prompting the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and the Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine (SBSM) to [...]
Submissions are now being accepted for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s 2023 “Unplug to Recharge” High School Video Contest. Entrants will compete for a cash prize and raise awareness about the importance of sleep for teens and the effect of technology on teen [...]
Winter’s colder temperatures and longer nights may seem like a great opportunity to get more sleep. However, for some people, these seasonal changes can interfere with the ability to get a good night’s rest. How winter affects your sleep It’s natural for our sleep [...]
So much that affects your overall health is happening while you sleep. It’s when your body repairs and recuperates, produces antibodies, and gets busy preventing many diseases. “Sleep is Good Medicine,” a new campaign from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), highlights the [...]
