Waking up throughout the night is normal. Most adults do it between two and six times per night—and if you’re a good sleeper, these wakings will be so brief that you likely won’t remember them, says ...

One of the best things you can do for your health is getting a good night's sleep. It can help your physical and mental health, along with ensuring that you wake up ready to face a new day. It isn't ...

For some people, waking up early is a breeze. For others, it’s all about that night owl life. But what happens when you need to significantly shift around your sleep schedule? Is it even possible to ...

If you find yourself staring at the clock at 3 am, rest assured we have a long history of doing exactly that. "[Before the ...

(CNN) — I drag myself out of bed in the morning and immediately make a promise that I’m going to go to bed earlier that night. Throughout the first half of my day, I’m considering if a nap might be in ...

There’s no universal rule that says you have to go to bed at a certain time when you’re an adult, but you’ve likely heard the common refrain that it’s best to fall asleep before midnight. But how bad ...

Wondering how to help a teen get better sleep? This weekend's time change can be a boost. Here's why. Plus tips from sleep ...

Do you ever go to bed feeling just fine, but wake up with a stiff neck or achy shoulders? In a 2016 study looking at more than 150 conditions, researchers found Americans spent more health care ...

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Laura Vater, MD, remembers sneaking into her home after 12-hour night shifts during medical training while her husband distracted their toddler. The stealthy tag-teaming effort helped her get enough ...

It's normal for cortisol levels to rise and fall throughout the day in line with the body's circadian rhythm. People may also ...