About Sleep

Alzheimer’s and sleep

Is Alzheimer’s disease actually a sleeping disorder? Research suggests that poor quality sleep may be the true culprit behind memory loss.

Jun 22, 2020 Sleep Disorders Franz Stewart

Portaledge camping – Where thrill-seeking becomes thrill-sleeping

Portaledge camping is fast becoming the hotel of choice for thrill seekers.

Jun 11, 2020 How to Fall Asleep Neil Clark

How to use light to reboot your circadian rhythm

The sleep-wake cycle is regulated by the body’s internal 24-hour clock – the circadian rhythm. But spending too much time indoors may be disrupting it.

Jun 1, 2020 Circadian Rhythm Lina Törnquist

What does normal sleep look like?

Whether or not you are currently struggling with sleep, it can be helpful to understand what normal sleep looks like so you aren’t putting pressure on yourself.

May 28, 2020 How to Fall Asleep Martin Reed

Drift away to smarter sounds of tranquility

Experience sleep music generated by Mubert’s Artificial Intelligence algorithms.

May 27, 2020 Sleep in Extraordinary Times Franz Stewart

While I Slept

Steering your thoughts and dreams to unlock the dark corners of the subconscious. A world ‘beyond the light’, was right there if I wanted it, apparently.

May 11, 2020 Sleep Stories Neil Clark

Do you wake up to a cup of coffee? You may need to look for alternatives

Coffee yields are down in many places in the world. Do we need to start preparing for a coffee-free future?

May 5, 2020 Sleep in Extraordinary Times Lina Törnquist

How can you eat better to sleep through the night?

Your diet has an impact on your quality of sleep.

Apr 24, 2020 Sleep in Extraordinary Times Lina Törnquist

Born to move – Sleep better by moving like you’ve never moved before

There’s never been a better time to reconnect with your body and mind for a better night’s sleep. How? Through movement.

Apr 8, 2020 Sleep in Extraordinary Times Franz Stewart

Cooped up inside? How to stop it from affecting your sleep

Being stuck inside during a period of unemployment or self-quarantine, or even a rainy family holiday, can make you feel like climbing the walls. It can also lead to the kinds of friction and stress that make it hard for you and other family members to get good-quality sleep. So, what can you do to improve your chances of a good night’s sleep?

Apr 6, 2020 Sleep in Extraordinary Times Lina Törnquist

Sleep in times of anxiety and global instability

Sleep researcher Frida Rångtell, PhD, talks about why our sleep is affected during times of trouble and what we can do to try to improve our chances of getting a good night’s rest.

Mar 30, 2020 Sleep in Extraordinary Times Lina Törnquist

Sleeping with my dog

Sharing your bed with your dog, is that a good idea?

Mar 17, 2020 Sleep Stories Franz Stewart

Nightmares and how to avoid them

Although nightmares can be very unpleasant, they’re usually just part of life as long as they happen sporadically. It’s a different situation if they occur more frequently and start disrupting your life.

Mar 12, 2020 Sleep Disorders Carl-Henrik Monrad-Aas

Why we should all care about narcolepsy

What life can be like for people with narcolepsy.

Mar 3, 2020 Narcolepsy Franz Stewart

Can’t sleep? These songs, films and books illustrate what insomnia feels like

Sleeplessness has both tormented and inspired artists through the centuries. Here’s a selection of their work.

Feb 13, 2020 Insomnia Lina Törnquist

The sleeping habits of elite athletes

Olympic athletes and other professional sportsmen and women all agree – sleep is absolutely vital if they’re to perform at their peak.

Feb 3, 2020 How to Fall Asleep Neil Clark

Sleep Paralysis – what was that thing in my room?

When experiencing sleep paralysis you can’t move, but you can see clearly and breathe normally. You hallucinate.

Jan 23, 2020 Sleep Paralysis Carl-Henrik Monrad-Aas

Could nodding off at work increase your productivity?

Sleeping on the job can get you fired at some workplaces. At others, a powernap is encouraged to boost performance. What are the pros and cons of a workday catnap?

Jan 9, 2020 How to Fall Asleep Lina Törnquist