For a long time, scientists viewed sleep as an inactive state in which the body shuts down and takes a break. But a good night’s rest does more than just give your muscles a chance to repair themselves. During slumber, the brain organizes and stores information from the day. It also converts short-term memories into […]
A good bed can help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up more refreshed. But if your mattress doesn’t offer the right level of comfort and support, you might spend the night tossing and turning instead of sleeping—and you’ll probably wake up feeling groggy and irritable the next day. The right bed […]
Love is a powerful feeling that can encompass a wide range of emotions, behaviors and attitudes. Throughout history, philosophers and religious figures have speculated on the nature of love. In modern times, scientists have studied the phenomenon through psychology and neuroscience. In addition, the fields of sociology and anthropology have contributed to our understanding of […]
If you’re not getting enough sleep, your health suffers. Sleep deprivation causes a host of problems, from a higher risk of cardiovascular issues to a weakened immune system. It impacts how well you think and feel and can even affect your mood. There’s a lot to know about how and why you need sleep, but […]
Having the right bed can make all the difference in your restful sleep. Whether you want a traditional mattress or one with a modern twist, there are many options available. But before you buy, you’ll want to take the time to assess your mattress and understand exactly what goes into its construction. The following article […]
Love is a universal feeling or emotion that every human on this planet feels. It exists between opposite sexes, between brothers and sisters, parents and children and even between pets and humans. It is a complex thing that can be experienced in different forms and ways. In its simplest form, love is about wanting the […]
Sleep is often considered to be a time when your body shuts down and takes a break. But scientists have found that, as you rest, some parts of your brain and body are surprisingly active. And that a good night’s sleep supports a variety of essential functions, including mental and physical health. For example, during […]
A bed is a piece of furniture that provides a place for people to sleep. It normally consists of a soft mattress on a frame and sometimes includes a headboard for resting against, side rails, footboards, and a set of bed sheets (sometimes called bedding or blankets). Typically a pillow is used to support the […]
Love is an emotion that can transform people and their relationships. It has fascinated philosophers, writers and ordinary people throughout history. Despite its ubiquity, however, there is little consensus about what love actually means. This article looks at several ideas about the nature of love and how to define it. According to psychologists, love consists […]
When you think of sleep, you probably picture a restful activity in which your body and brain are dormant. That’s certainly the case in some ways, but researchers are uncovering a lot of interesting things about what happens while you’re sleeping. They’re learning how important the process is to a person’s health and well-being and […]