Scientists believe the secret of a good night’s sleep is all in our genes

We might all be sleeping easier following the discovery of the gene and ‘ancient mechanisms’ that aid a good night’s slumber

What are the repercussions of one lost night’s sleep? Rudeness is just the start

Disturbed sleep can produce behaviour that has serious economic and social outcomes. As NHS doctors say, we need to change shift patterns

Children struggling to concentrate at school due to lack of sleep, MPs told

Sleep deprivation highlighted in inquiry into role of education in preventing mental health problems in children

‘I’ll go to school on two and a half hours’ sleep’: why British children aren’t sleeping

Doctors are reporting a dramatic increase in children with sleep disorders, which affect their physical and mental health. Why? Plus expert tips on a good night’s rest

Spaniards’ lack of sleep isn’t a cultural thing – they’re in the wrong time zone

A Franco-era decision to adhere to Central European Time may be to blame for everything from accidents at work to a low birthrate. But that could change

Why do we sleep less well as we get older?

The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific concepts

Why don’t we fall out of bed more often?

The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific concepts

Can’t sleep? Get out into nature and swap your smartphone for a tent

A study suggests camping improves sleep. I’m not surprised as going back to basics in the Slovakian mountains ended months of crippling insomnia for me

Having trouble sleeping? Grab a tent and go camping, suggest researchers

Campers fell asleep about two hours earlier than usual when denied access to their gadgets and electrical lighting, study showed