Many travelers know the frustration of jet lag—the prickly feelings of fatigue and discomfort that often accompany shifting time zones, but new res...

Humans naturally tend to want to be awake in the day and sleep at night. When the process must be reversed, it can be a problem.

The time of day the cow was milked could affect how much that nighttime glass actually helps you fall asleep.

Do you sleep more than nine hours a night? If so, you could be putting your health at risk.

For many, a good night's sleep is hard to come by. But if you're looking to feel refreshed — and happy — in the morning, you may want to take a l...

In a culture of demanding jobs, tech dependence and caffeine addiction, many people turn to sleep medications. But the trappings of modern life may n...

Many parents know just how distracting social media use can be for teens during the day. But nighttime use may carry an even heavier toll.

If a siesta is part of your everyday routine, there may be cause for concern.

An afternoon siesta may be not only a custom in many countries, it may be a healthy habit as well.

Too little sleep is likely to affect your ability to function at work the next day, but could it also make you more likely to get sick?

If your child is complaining about a headache, he or she may be trying to get out of school. On the other hand, there might be something else going o...

Getting your little one to drift off to dreamland can be a nightmare for many parents, but not to worry! A new children's book is here to help.