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Elephant All-Nighters? Giant Beasts Sleep Only 2 Hours
By Laura Geggel published
The enormous African elephant doesn't need that much sleep, a new study finds.

Here's How Much Less Sleep Women Get Once They Have Kids
By Sara G. Miller published
For moms with kids at home, it’s not in your head: You are getting less sleep than your husband.

Here's How Camping Helps You Fall Asleep
By Sara G. Miller published
For people who have trouble falling asleep, a weekend camping trip could help, a new study finds.

Sleeping Shrinks the Brain … and That's a Good Thing
By Christopher Wanjek published
Sleep provides a time for the brain to prune synapses to ensure only the most important information is retained.

Log On, Sleep Better? Online Therapy for Insomnia Shows Promise
By Sara G. Miller published
For Americans with insomnia, help falling asleep may soon be available online: A recent clinical trial found that a web-based therapy for insomnia was effective at helping people get more sleep.

5 Ways to Have a Healthier Weekend
By Rachael Rettner published
Don't let the weekend ruin your New Year's health resolutions

Mental Health Treatment? There Are Apps for That
By Sara G. Miller published
Can spending a few minutes on your smartphone each day improve your mental health? A new study says it's possible — if you have the right app
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