Garfield has been studying sleep for a decade. “One of my primary interests for the last 10 years has been around understanding why we need to sleep properly, why sleep is so important for the ...

Don't sleep on this spring's Longevity Project. The vital information could help prevent major neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. This month, The Aspen Times and Glenwood Springs Post ...

All brains lose volume as they age, Garfield says, but greater losses are linked to conditions such as dementia, sleep apnea and higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Taking a nap ...

Sleep is more than just a period of rest; it’s a complex process that impacts our overall health. Understanding the stages of sleep and the factors that affect sleep quality is essential for optimal ...

"Twenty to twenty-five percent of your sleep is a dream state, and women who are pregnant are more likely to remember more of that percentage," says Garfield. Garfield explains that dream recall ...

Garfield said. Ultimately, the CDC reached out to the Northwestern researchers for help, providing funding for the study. “We focused on breastfeeding and infant sleep because they are two key ...