Summary: A new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) reveals that 82% of Americans report that daytime sleepiness negatively impacts at least one area of their life, including work productivity, mental health, and relationships. Additionally, 54% of … [Read more...]
Large Study Reveals Age-Related Changes in Sleep Patterns
Summary: A large-scale study analyzing over 7 million nights of sleep data has uncovered significant age-related changes in sleep patterns, with deep and REM sleep declining as people age. The study also found that individuals with sleep apnea experience even more pronounced … [Read more...]
Sleep Tops New Parents’ Mental Health Needs, Survey Reveals
Summary: Owlet’s State of Parenting Report highlights the mental health challenges faced by new parents, with sleep deprivation, stress, and anxiety playing major roles. Parents, on average, lose three hours of sleep per night during their baby’s first year, contributing to … [Read more...]
Sleep Survey Reveals Top Concerns, With Cost of Living Leading
Summary: A new survey conducted by US News & World Report reveals the top factors affecting Americans’ sleep, including concerns over the cost of living, gun violence, and the upcoming 2024 presidential election. The survey also highlights sleep habits such as screen time … [Read more...]
Survey Reveals Sleep’s Critical Role in Student Success
Summary: A survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) reveals that inadequate sleep negatively impacts students’ mood, behavior, energy, and academic performance, according to parents. The findings coincide with the fifth annual Student Sleep Health Week (Sept … [Read more...]
Fitbit Data Reveals Connections Between Sleep and Disease
Summary: A study using data from over 6,700 Fitbit users highlights the impact of sleep duration, quality, and consistency on various health outcomes. Conducted by researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, the National Institute of Health’s All of Us Research Program, … [Read more...]
Study Reveals Top Mattress Features Consumers Want in 2024
Summary: Sit ‘n Sleep, a Southern California mattress superstore, released a study combining consumer research and industry insights to reveal what buyers want in a mattress in 2024 and how these factors influence their purchasing decisions. The study highlights the importance of … [Read more...]
Pilot Study Reveals High Preference of Oral Appliances for OSA
Summary: Vivos Therapeutics’ pilot study showed that 79% of newly diagnosed obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients preferred oral appliance therapy over CPAP. The study, conducted in multiple dental and ENT offices over seven months, involved 99 patients and demonstrated high … [Read more...]
Survey Reveals Rampant Lack of Sleep Among Full-Time Workers
Summary: A recent survey by Sleep Doctor reveals that nearly half of full-time workers in the United States are not getting enough sleep, with women being more affected than men. The survey found that 49% of workers report insufficient sleep, with women at 55% compared to 45% of … [Read more...]
Survey Reveals Gap in Accessing Effective Care for Sleep Issues
Summary: Gem Specialty Health Inc released its State of Sleep & Care in 2024 report, highlighting that while 89% of respondents recognize sleep’s impact on long-term health, many have difficulty accessing quality sleep care. The March survey revealed that 50% of respondents … [Read more...]