You’ve heard of REM sleep but what about deep sleep? Experts share why it’s important and how to make sure you’re getting enough of it.

Trying these yoga poses can calm your mind, unwind your body and help you get a good night's rest. Caroline Igo (she/her/hers ...

Discover why sleep is more powerful than you think—and how a lack of it can quietly impact everything from your mood to long‑term brain health.

With so much to do heading into the busy holiday season, is anyone getting enough sleep? Most sleep experts advise that adults get seven to nine hours of sleep per night for good health and emotional ...

If you’ve ever felt tired after a full night’s sleep, you likely didn’t get enough deep sleep. This stage of sleep is considered to be the most restful, so getting enough of it is key for your overall ...

Are sleep trackers on your phone helping you get a full night's rest? NPR's Life Kit investigates.

Chances are, if you're reading this, you got some sleep last night. But are you feeling rested? Experts say it's an important question to consider. Most of us spend a third of our lives sleeping, but ...

While some couples might sleep soundly together, for others, sharing a bed is anything but harmonious, especially for those with differing sleep styles. A restful night can be thwarted by tossing and ...

It’s common to experience decreased quality of sleep as you age, and it can be distressing. Here's what you can do to help ...

Blame it on the Industrial Revolution. Or maybe on the light bulb. But ever since man met machine, sleep has been on the skids. In 2001, 38 percent of U.S. adults said they were sleeping less than ...

Getting a good night’s sleep offers a number of health benefits, from a healthy heart to hormone regulation. Your bones, though, are also affected by sleep quality. And poor sleep can increase the ...