Researchers trace how different sleep stages may fine-tune what we remember, trading specifics for more general knowledge.

Your nightly sleep cycle plays a key role in the quality of your sleep. Here's what happens in each stage and why it matters ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images There are tell-tale signs when you don’t get enough REM sleep. It’s the ...

Recent reporting reveals that REM sleep may fundamentally alter how memories are formed and recalled. During rapid eye ...

HOUSTON — A good night’s sleep is important for both the body and brain. It’s essential to understand the four stages of sleep and how to get more restful z’s. Stage 1: Transitional sleep The sleep ...

The Two Pillars of Recovery If you’ve ever wondered whether deep sleep or REM sleep is “more important,” think of it like comparing cardio to weight training.

A significant breakthrough in the understanding of sleep mechanism opens new promise for treating sleep disorders and associated neuropsychiatric conditions: Scientists have pinpointed the melatonin ...

RBD is marked by loss of REM sleep atonia, leading to physical dream enactment. Polysomnography is essential to confirm RBD and rule out other disorders. Idiopathic RBD is a strong predictor of ...