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The hormonal clock: Sex differences in sleep cycles

The hormonal clock: Sex differences in sleep cycles

Men and women experience sleep differently, and these variations stem from biological differences rather than lifestyle or environment alone. Sleep disorders such as insomnia, hypersomnia, and sleep phase disorders appear more frequently in one sex than the other, with women often reporting greater sleep disturbances. These differences are partly due

Space week day 4: Sleeping with altered circadian rhythm, nights and day turmoil and no gravity

Space week day 4: Sleeping with altered circadian rhythm, nights and day turmoil and no gravity

Astronauts rely heavily on mental sharpness and emotional stability to perform their duties during space missions. And adequate sleep is critical for maintaining physical and behavioral health. Extensive evidence indicates that regular nightly sleep of 7–8 hours is sufficient to maintain health. But despite having scheduled sleep times of

Circadian Rhythm: How Sleep changes from baby to infant

Circadian Rhythm: How Sleep changes from baby to infant

How infants sleep changes profoundly as they grow, influenced by distinct neurophysiological processes. This study revealed how factors like the body’s drive to recover from sleep deprivation and the influence of light on our internal clocks mature in early life. This field of science is so interesting and will

Unlocking the brain's timekeepers: Clock genes

Unlocking the brain's timekeepers: Clock genes

Our brains are primed to keep track of time with the natural rhythms of the day. That's thanks to our circadian clock. This circadian system doesn’t just dictate our sleep-wake cycles; it controls a variety of behaviors and biological functions, from hormone release to body temperature. The

Has the enigma of how late to have the last cup of coffee been solved?

Has the enigma of how late to have the last cup of coffee been solved?

Coffee is a potent psychostimulant with the power to reduce fatigue and boost our alertness, mood, memory, and cognitive performance. Plus, it tastes so great! There are many reasons why a big mug of coffee in the morning is a must for me —and millions, even billions of people. Many

Sleeping too long increases biomarkers for neurological disorders

Sleeping too long increases biomarkers for neurological disorders

Poor sleep affects many physiological aspects, so it's no surprise that scientists have found a potential link between sleep patterns and neurological diseases. Sleep disturbances are a common problem worldwide. When our sleep quality is poor, it significantly impacts our daily life. We’ve all experienced those sleepless