Night terrors are episodes of screaming, crying, or thrashing that usually occur two to three hours after falling asleep during a stage known as non-rapid eye movement or deep sleep. Night terrors are ...

This age group needs around 11 to 14 hours total including naps. Most toddlers transition to one nap per day somewhere ...

It has been known for nearly 20 years that slow, synchronous electrical waves in the brain during deep sleep support the formation of memories. Why that is was previously unknown. Now, a team of ...

Broadcast Retirement Network's Jeffrey Snyder discusses the impact of poor sleep on your daily mental health and cognition ...

You’ve heard of REM sleep but what about deep sleep? Experts share why it’s important and how to make sure you’re getting enough of it.

Sometimes it seems like children have an infinite amount of energy. Playing, running, learning new things and interacting with peers can tire even the most energetic kid out, but somehow they wake up ...

All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Sleep gadgets for kids can ...

A summer of relaxation and fun can make for lifelong memories for kids in their journey through life. Although an important part of development, the leisurely pace to summer can get students off their ...