New sleep research drops every week — most of it buried in journals nobody reads. We scan PubMed, Europe PMC, and the wider literature, then translate the findings that actually change how you should sleep, and what you should sleep on.
Updated automatically as new studies publish. Reviewed by the team at the Yawnder San Diego showroom.
Mindfulness and Sleep in Cancer: What the Science Shows
A 2026 review examines mindfulness for sleep in women with cancer. Learn what the science says about rest, pain, and setting up an ergonomic bedroom.…
New Sleep Studies: Distress, Sleep Length, and Screens
New research shows how daytime distress impacts nightly sleep, why long sleep over 9 hours poses health risks, and how screens disrupt youth metabolism.…
Electroacupuncture and CBT-I for Sleep and Anxiety
A 2026 study shows combining electroacupuncture with CBT-I improves deep sleep and reduces anxiety. Learn what this means for recovery and sleep comfort.…
Sleep Research: Posture Tech, Joint Pain, and Rest
New research covers AI sleep posture sensors, vitamin D for insomnia, sleep duration risks in diabetes, and how back pain impacts sleep despite exercise.…
Poor Sleep and Blood Sugar: A Research Update
A 2026 study in Medical Principles and Practice finds a strong link between poor sleep and higher blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.…
Sleep, Stress, and Health: A Research Update
New studies explore the links between sleep and pregnancy, stress, caregiving, and athletic performance. See the latest findings from sleep research.…
Bad Sleep and Gum Disease: A Research Update
A 2026 meta-analysis of 14 studies suggests a link between poor sleep and periodontal disease. Learn what the research means for you.…
Sleep, Health, and Your Body: A Research Update
New research links sleep to heart health, pregnancy, aging, and even oral function. Learn what recent studies found and what it means for your bedroom.…
Does Bad Sleep Make Mental Fatigue Worse?
A 2026 study looked at whether poor sleep or being a night owl makes mental fatigue worse. The answer is more complex than you might think.…
Sleep Research Update: Tummy Time, Resilience & Metabolism
Does sleep quality affect your resilience? How does tummy time surface impact infant development? This week, we look at five new sleep studies.…
Fear of Low Blood Sugar Hurts Sleep Quality, Study Finds
A 2026 meta-analysis of 20 studies finds that fear of hypoglycemia is linked to worse sleep. Here’s what that means for shoppers with diabetes.…
Aromatherapy, Vaping, and Your Teenager’s Sleep
Can aromatherapy improve sleep? How does vaping affect it? We review five new studies on sleep quality, duration, and the factors that influence our rest.…
Does Myofascial Release Improve Sleep?
Chronic neck pain can ruin sleep. A recent study suggests a specific type of physical therapy may improve sleep architecture, not just pain levels.…
This Week in Sleep: Brain Stimulation, Balance, and More
A review of recent findings on non-pharmacological sleep aids, from brain stimulation and probiotics to the surprising link between balance and rest.…
ASMR Study: Impact on Mood and Well-being
Dive into the latest ASMR study from PeerJ, where researchers reveal that most participants reported improved mood and relaxation, paving the way for more exciting discoveries in t…
Sleep and Sexual Desire: What Research Suggests
On this page Quick answer 2015 study What it means Practical steps FAQ Quick answer Sleep and sexual desire may be related, but desire has many influences, including physical healt…
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