Sleep Disorders

Learn about sleep disorders such as insomnia, narcoplepsy, and restless leg syndrome, including prevention tips, triggers to avoid, and drug information to help cure sleep problems.

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Are Your Sleeping Pills Even Working?

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Just How Sleep-Deprived Are You?

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Can CBD Help You Sleep?

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Sleep Disorders

This Muscle Relaxation Trick Can Improve Sleep

Relaxation techniques are a great way to calm the mind and prepare you for sleep.

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Sleep Disorders

Could This New Treatment Cure Your Insomnia?

Sending electrical currents through the brain can affect sleep — but can they cure insomnia?