1 of 5 / Good Sleep Habits
View AllAre You Getting Enough Sleep?
The amount of sleep a person needs depends on many factors, including age.
Stages of Sleep
Sleep stages are divided into non-rapid eye movement (non-REM) and rapid eye movement (REM).
Facts About Dreaming
We all dream -- even if we don't remember it the next day. But why do we dream? And what do dreams mean, anyway?
Do You Get Good Sleep?
Sleep hygiene is a combination of sleeping conditions and lifestyle habits that help you get consistent, uninterrupted sleep.
2 of 5 / Sleep Disorders
View AllInsomnia
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that is characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep.
Hypersomnia (Daytime Sleepiness)
Hypersomnia, or excessive sleepiness, is a condition in which a person has trouble staying awake during the day.
What Are Parasomnias?
Parasomnias are disruptive sleep disorders that can occur during arousals from REM sleep or partial arousals from non-REM sleep.
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
With REM sleep behavior disorder, the paralysis that normally occurs during REM sleep is incomplete or absent.
3 of 5 / Other Sleep Problems
View AllUnderstanding Bedwetting
Bedwetting is most often a developmental issue. Most kids simply outgrow it and never need treatment.
Nightmares in Adults
When you wake up terrified from a disturbing nightmare, you might think you're the only adult who has them.
Sleepwalking Basics
Sleepwalking symptoms aren’t as obvious as they may seem. Get the details here.
Sleep Paralysis
Have you ever felt like you were awake but unable to move? This condition is called sleep paralysis.
4 of 5 / What Affects Sleep
View AllCommon Sleep Issues
Learn about some of the most common sleep disorders.
When Your Partner Has a Sleep Disorder
Your partner may not be the only one missing out on a good night's rest. More than likely, your sleep is being affected, too.
Sleep and Your Immune System
What is the connection between sleep and your body's defense against illness and infection? It works both ways.
Reducing Stress for Better Sleep
If high levels of unwanted stress are not properly managed, your health and sense of well-being can suffer.
5 of 5 / Tests & Treatment
View AllDiagnosing Sleep Problems
Learn about specific sleep problems and steps in treating and diagnosing sleep problems.
How Clinical Trials Work
A clinical trial is a program that tests the effectiveness and safety of various interventions in people with sleep disorders.
Side Effects of Sleeping Pills
A sleeping pill may be effective at ending your sleep problems short-term.
Suggested Reads about Sleep Disorders
The Day After a Bad Night's Sleep
Didn't sleep well last night? WebMD discusses how to have more energy the day after a bad night's sleep.
What Is Segmented Sleep?
Find out whether it's a good idea to break up your nighttime slumber into two shifts.
What Happens to Your Body When You Sleep?
Sleep is a mystery to many of us, but scientists know quite a bit about how it affects us. Here’s what happens to your body when you fall asleep.
Bed Basics Gallery: See Tips On How to Get Your Best Sleep
Sleep. It seems like the easiest thing in the world. Until it’s not. See tips on how to get your best sleep. Our gallery shows you how to get plenty of it.
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