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Sleep Aids: Your Guide to Medications and Supplements
Natural, prescription, and over-the-counter sleep aids are promoted for their ability to help you sleep. Learn about the different types of sleep aids....
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Valerian Root vs. Melatonin: Pros and Cons of Both Sleep Aids
Valerian root and melatonin are both promoted as sleep aids, but is one better than the other? We discuss the benefits and side effects of each supplement....
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Sleep Deprivation: Definition, Symptoms, & Effects
Sleep deprivation is a common and impactful public health problem. Learn more about how lack of sleep and poor sleep quality can affect health and safety....
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Treatment for Insomnia: Our Guide to Improving Restless Nights
Insomnia makes it hard to sleep and can disrupt daily life, but it can be treated. Learn about treatment options for both acute and chronic insomnia....
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COVID-19 and Sleep: Everything You Need to Know
COVID-19 has created a range of unprecedented health challenges. Learn how COVID-19 affects sleep and find tips for sleeping better during the pandemic....
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10 Common Sleep Myths Debunked
There are a lot of false sleep myths out there. Don’t let these ruin your rest! Read as Sleep Doctor debunks 10 common sleep myths....
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Does Marijuana Affect REM Sleep? Here’s How Cannabis Impacts Slumber
...a lot of interest from patients and readers about cannabis’ potential to help improve sleep. And I’ve done some writing about the science around the benefits of cannabis for sleep....
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Insomnia
Having trouble sleeping? We discuss the symptoms, causes, and treatments for insomnia as well as tips for preventing this common sleep disorder....
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Best Sleep Apps
Sleep apps for your smartphone or tablet can help you get the rest you need. We’ll break down our top picks and what to look for in the best sleep...
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Ask the Sleep Doctor
Have a question about how to fall sleep, what to sleep on, or how to improve your sleep? Submit your questions here!...