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Near-Death Experiences May Stem from the Brain Blending Waking and Dreaming States, Study Suggests
July 01, 2019 | ArticleAlthough the exact cause of these experiences remains a mystery, the authors say the phenomenon may be tied to certain sleep abnormalities.
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How Does the Summer Solstice Affect Animals?
June 21, 2019 | ArticleEven if humans have trouble telling time in the "land of the midnight sun," many animals can adjust their schedules to the summer solstice.
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Night Owls and Morning Larks, Make Room for 'Afternoon People' and 'Nappers'
June 11, 2019 | ArticleIf you're not a morning person or a night person, but more like a midday person, don't feel left out.
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Sleep Paralysis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
May 10, 2019 | ReferenceSleep paralysis can be a confusing, frightening and occasionally pleasant experience — and it's more common than you might think!
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Can You Learn Anything While You Sleep?
March 08, 2019 | ArticleSleep learning, the way people commonly think of it, is almost certainly impossible. But researchers are discovering types of learning that occur during sleep, with exciting applications.
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Can Any Animal Survive Without Sleep?
March 02, 2019 | ArticleScientists have yet to find a truly sleepless creature. But is sleep really necessary for survival?
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Here's How Poor Sleep May Hurt Your Heart
February 13, 2019 | ArticleA new study may have uncovered why a poor night's sleep is bad for your heart and blood vessels.
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Not All Insomnia Is The Same — In Fact, There May Be 5 Types
January 17, 2019 | ArticleThere's a new way of looking at insomnia.
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Why Are You Still Sleeping in Your Contact Lenses?
December 19, 2018 | ArticleThis bad habit could raise your risk of serious eye infections and even lead to vision loss.
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How Did People Wake Up Before Alarm Clocks?
November 03, 2018 | ArticleHow did people wake up before the invention of modern alarm clocks?
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