Struggling with ongoing sleep problems could do more than leave you groggy—it may accelerate memory decline and increase the risk of dementia. This is the warning of a study that found that older ...

Persistent sleeplessness may be far worse than a passing annoyance — gradually unraveling memory and mental sharpness, according to new research. A study published Wednesday in Neurology, the journal ...

In the latest evidence of the direct relationship between sleep and health, researchers have found that chronic insomnia can significantly increase dementia risk. That equates to a three-year ...

Experiment conducted by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley Feb. 1, 2013 — -- An experiment at the University of California, Berkeley, found that seniors enjoy less quality ...

If you’ve ever muddled through the forgetful funk that follows an all-nighter, you know how skimping on sleep can zap your brain power. Scientists have long known poor sleep messes with cognitive ...

As Sleep Awareness Week kicks off alongside the start of Daylight Saving Time, many Americans are reminded of the importance of adequate rest. Reports indicate that insufficient sleep can lead to a ...