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Parents should talk with a health care professional before giving melatonin supplements to kids and teens, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine cautions.

Lots of kids love being lifted into the air or sleeping in bunk beds – but it’s important to be careful around ceiling fans, researchers are cautioning.

Want to help your teen get more sleep? Try establishing a nighttime routine and limiting the use of digital devices before bed, Australian researchers say.

Putting plants in your bedroom. Sleeping in 90-minute increments. Watching others livestream their sleep. These are just some of the viral “sleep hacks” trending on social media. Should you try them?

Fall is a time for new beginnings – particularly for college freshmen, many of whom will be living away from home. We take a look at some of the issues students may face being on their own – and what can be done to make college a positive time in their lives.

Air pollution, elevated temperature, and high levels of carbon dioxide and ambient noise may get in the way of a good night’s sleep, results of a recent study suggest.

Do you sleep too little – or too much? Or maybe you snore or have obstructive sleep apnea. Any of these conditions could put you at increased risk for stroke, researchers say.

Bloomington, IN — Repeatedly checking the clock while you’re trying to fall asleep can compound insomnia and lead to greater reliance on sleep aids, results of a recent study show.

Do you take long naps? If so, you may have an increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation – an abnormal heart rhythm that can trigger serious health problems.

If you struggle to get quality sleep, you may be at increased risk of heart disease, results of a recent study suggest.