Bad sleep makes it harder to keep your waistline down

Single poor night can increase appetite and slow metabolism, say researchers

What I’m really thinking: the insomniac

Hypnotists, therapists, camomile tea, drugs, pillows doused in lavender oil – I’ve tried them all, but still sleep eludes me

Looking tired can harm your social life, say researchers

People who have had too little sleep are considered less attractive, in poorer health and less appealing to socialise with, a psychology study has found

‘Fitbit of sleep’: Apple buys night-time tracking firm Beddit

Company attempts to secure place in health market with acquisition of Finnish business specialising in tracking sleep quality, heart rate and snoring

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