Making Sleep Science Simple, So You Can Rest Better

New research shows nearly half of adults who think they're short sleepers are actually getting more sleep than they realize. Here's what that means if you're using a sleep log and why perception is part of the CBT-I picture.

New CDC data from 2024 shows that nearly 1 in 3 American adults isn't getting 7 hours of sleep, and only half wake up feeling rested. Women are disproportionately affected. Here's what the numbers mean and what to actually do about it.

April has been relentless. If you’ve been lying awake through tornado warnings and thunderstorms wondering why you can’t just fall back asleep, your nervous system is trying to tell you something. Here’s what’s happening and what helps.

Not all sleep problems are insomnia. Here’s a clinician-friendly overview of the major sleep disorders, what they look like, how they’re classified, their ICD-10 codes, and what therapists need to know.

CBT-I isn’t just therapy for sleep. It’s the most thoroughly researched insomnia treatment available, recommended above medication by every major sleep medicine organization. Here’s the complete breakdown.

New research shows more than 4 in 10 healthcare workers experienced insomnia during and after the COVID pandemic peak, and the effects haven’t simply faded. Here’s what that means and what can actually help.

You know you shouldn’t scroll before bed. You do it anyway. You’re not alone and there’s actually a reason your brain keeps doing this even when the news is making you miserable.

It all begins with an idea.

CBT-I is the most effective treatment for chronic insomnia, but finding a therapist who is actually trained in it takes some know-how. Here’s a practical guide for finding the right person in Illinois or Texas.

Resilience isn’t about pushing through without falling apart. It’s a skill and it can be built. Here’s what that actually looks like in practice.

Your sleep problems might not be all in your head. They might be in your gut. Here’s what the gut-brain connection actually means for your sleep quality.

Your late night Ben & Jerry’s habit might be messing with your sleep more than you think. Here’s what to eat instead, including two recipes you’ll actually want to make.

You’re not lazy for being tired. You’re a professional women carrying an impossible load and your sleep is paying the price. Here’s why that matters and what you can do about it.

A good sleep routine isn’t someone else’s idea of relaxing. It’s yours. Here’s how to use the 5 senses mindfulness exercise to build a nighttime ritual that actually sticks.

Ever wonder why sleep hygiene alone isn’t fixing your insomnia? The answer might be simpler than you think and it starts with understanding what CBTI actually is.