Lack of sleep alters brain chemicals to bring on cannabis-style ‘munchies’
Sleep deprivation may cause overeating by boosting chemicals for appetite as well as those that increase the pleasure of eating sweet or salty high-fat foods
Pillow talk: waking up with Wogan
People who woke up to Terry Wogan’s voice were inadvertently allowing his thoughts to subconsciously access theirs, says Daniel Glaser
Night terrors: ‘His eyes were open but he wasn’t awake’
My son woke up at 11.45pm and screamed until his throat was raw at 3am. Just when you think you’ve got all the answers to parenting …
In search of sleep: ‘I am a night owl who desperately wants to be up with the lark’
We’ve all experienced those nights when it’s difficult to get to sleep and even more so getting up in the morning. But what if, like busy GP Farrah Jarral, your body clock is permanently stuck in night-time mode?
Dream decor: ideas to update your bedroom
Whether it’s mood lighting, bed linen or the perfect night-time read, here are some items that can make all the difference for a good night’s sleep
Putting sleep myths to bed: experts answer the questions that keep you awake at night
Does cheese give you nightmares, is insomnia bad for your health, and can you sleep too much? We put these and other questions to doctors and scientists who specialise in treating insomnia
Why don’t I sleep well? You asked Google – here’s the answer
Every day millions of internet users ask Google some of life’s most difficult questions, big and small. Our writers answer some of the commonest queries
10 proven ways teachers can improve their sleep
Beware of cold feet, embrace the darkness and ditch the laptop – here’s what science says about how to get a restful night’s sleep
How to conquer jet lag
Light is the key to getting back into the swing of things in a different time zone, says Dan Glaser
Night milk: milk taken from cows at night might be the sleep aid you need
Sedative effects of night milk have not been tested on people but the high amounts of tryptophan and melatonin suggest it may be healthier than Ambien