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rest

The joy of rest

You need regular breaks in your workout routine so your body can heal, rebuild and grow stronger.

The psychology of sleep

Cognitive behavioral therapy can help patients shed bad habits and anxious thoughts that make for sleepless nights.

Expecting? 10 tips to manage the merrymaking

Pregnancy adds a whole new dimension to hectic holiday schedules—but there are plenty of ways to keep life in check.

3 tips to sleep soundly

If you're scrolling social media or on-demand videos at bedtime, you're already doing it wrong.

Behold, the sleepless society

Smartphones and technology have given rise to a generation plagued by sleepless nights.

9 in 10 lose sleep to binges

Television, video games and endless other distractions are stealing away our slumber.

Deep sleep—cleansing for the brain

A good, long snooze allows your brain to purge waste products such as beta-amyloid, a protein associated with dementia.

1 in 3 kids are sleep-deprived

Children ages 6 to 12 should be getting at least nine hours of sleep each night—but 12 would be better.

The incredible power of Zzzs

A full night's sleep could lead to improved mood and better brain function, boosting creativity, accuracy and memory.

Strategies for sweet dreams

Nightmares usually have easy explanations—and even simpler solutions.

Become a master tracker

Calories aren’t the only thing you can count to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle.

Rethink those sleepy Saturdays

If you've been sleep-starved all week, a weekend in bed isn't likely to restore your energy reserves. A consistent schedule can put you back on track.