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Sleep Better with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia

Sleep Better with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia

Donn Posner, PhD, CBSM | March 15, 2018

Do you lie awake night after night, struggling to catch the sleep that eludes you...then feel exhausted and miserable during…

The Sleep-Better Yoga Regimen

The Sleep-Better Yoga Regimen

Carol Krucoff | February 13, 2018

Forget those sleeping pills and nightcaps. Yoca can help you get your zzz's–without any risks. Read on for the perfect poses...

You Don’t Need the New Blue-Light-Blocking Glasses
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You Don’t Need the New Blue-Light-Blocking Glasses

Michael J. Breus, PhD | January 22, 2018

Eyeglasses coated with blue light filters are being heavily marketed. But they may not help you get a good night's sleep—and could do harm.

Melatonin and Sleep
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Melatonin and Sleep

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 15, 2017

Dr. Andrew Rubman goes against the grain of common advice and suggests that while melatonin can be helpful, it should not be taken on a continuous basis.

Supplements for Better Sleep
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Supplements for Better Sleep

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 14, 2017

Botanicals such as valerian, hops, and skullcap can help people get better sleep. Magnesium and calcium supplements also help improve sleep quality.

Melatonin Can Be Dangerous
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Melatonin Can Be Dangerous

Michael J. Breus, PhD | November 16, 2017

Melatonin can reduce the effectiveness of certain medications and has potentially dangerous side effects.

What’s That Mean? White Noise, Pink Noise, Brown Noise—What’s the Difference?
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What’s That Mean? White Noise, Pink Noise, Brown Noise—What’s the Difference?

August 30, 2017

You’ve likely heard of white noise and know that it can help you tune out disturbing sounds so you can…

Easy to Do: Yoga Move That Combats Sleep Deprivation
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Easy to Do: Yoga Move That Combats Sleep Deprivation

Jill Miller | August 18, 2017

When I don’t get enough sleep, I wake up so groggy that I worry how I’ll get through the day.…

The Sleep Tracker Trap

The Sleep Tracker Trap

Meir Kryger MD | July 28, 2017

I Retired…and Now I Can’t Sleep
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I Retired…and Now I Can’t Sleep

Andrew Rubman, ND | July 17, 2017

The patient: Paul, a 70-year old recently retired NASA scientist, had severe sleep problems since his change in employment. Why…

Why Am I Sleepless at Night and Tired in the Afternoon?
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Why Am I Sleepless at Night and Tired in the Afternoon?

Andrew Rubman, ND | June 19, 2017

The patient: Rebecca, a part-time real estate broker and a full-time mom of two grade schoolers in her mid-30’s. Why…

What’s That Mean? Snoring vs. Sleep Apnea

What’s That Mean? Snoring vs. Sleep Apnea

April 25, 2017

It’s the middle of the night and once again you’ve been awakened by your partner’s snoring. Is it simple snoring—or…

Transform Nightmares into Sweet Dreams
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Transform Nightmares into Sweet Dreams

Barry Krakow, MD | March 24, 2017

If you are a horror-movie buff, you know who Freddy Krueger is—the character from the iconic slasher movie A Nightmare…

To Sleep Better, Make Your Own Placebo

To Sleep Better, Make Your Own Placebo

February 13, 2017

Wouldn’t it be great if you could just take a “sugar pill” to get to sleep? Maybe you can. Recent…

New Ways to Beat Insomnia Quickly

New Ways to Beat Insomnia Quickly

Michael J. Breus, PhD | February 7, 2017

Good news—there is no reason to suffer with insomnia, especially now that there is a nonpharmaceutical treatment that is proven…