For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Kohn 540-850-7827 skohn@thensf.org National Sleep Foundation Releases Breaking Report on Sleep Health During the Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic Washington, D.C. (March 7, 2022): Today,[…]
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New Data from National Sleep Foundation Show Nearly Half of U.S. Children Don’t Get Enough Sleep
Research Further Highlights the Effect of Children’s Sleep on Family Sleep and Well-Being Contact: Stephanie Kohn540-850-7827skohn@thensf.org Washington, D.C. (March 5, 2026) — The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) today released new[…]
Sleep Awareness Week 2026
Is Your Bedroom Too Warm? It Could Be Affecting Your Sleep
Most people who struggle with sleep focus on the usual suspects: stress, screens, caffeine. But there’s a factor that often gets overlooked, and it’s hiding in plain sight. Your body[…]
Living with 24-Hour Sleep Disorders: Understanding Symptoms of Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia
Narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia (a condition of excessive daytime sleepiness) aren’t just about feeling tired during the day. These conditions fall under a category called central disorders of hypersomnolence, which[…]
National Sleep Foundation Releases Evidence-Based Recommendations for Adolescent Sleep Health
Contact: Stephanie Kohn540-850-7827skohn@thensf.org Washington, D.C. (March 3, 2026) — National Sleep Foundation (NSF), the leading authority on sleep health research and education for the public, today announced the publication of[…]
Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Effects of Hot-Tub Bathing Before Bed
Contact: Stephanie Kohn540-850-7827skohn@thensf.org Washington, D.C. (December 16, 2025) — New research published in the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) Sleep Health journal shows that hot tub bathing before bedtime significantly improves[…]
National Sleep Foundation’s New Study Reveals Parents Rank Getting Enough Sleep to Drive Alert as Most Important to Keep Family Safe
But, parents are more likely to have driven drowsy Contact: Stephanie Kohn540-850-7827skohn@thensf.org Washington, D.C. (October 30, 2025) — Ahead of Drowsy Driving Prevention Week® (Nov. 2 – 8), the National[…]
National Sleep Foundation Calls for More Evidence and Education as Research Reveals Americans’ Likelihood of Using Cannabis Products for Sleep
Nearly 1/4 of American Adults Say They are Likely to Use Cannabis as a Sleep Aid Media Contact:Stephanie Kohnskohn@thensf.org Washington, D.C. (April 21, 2025) — Today National Sleep Foundation (NSF)[…]
Get Moving to Get Better Sleep
Find out how exercise can help kickstart your Best Slept Self® It’s no secret that exercise has widespread health benefits. It improves your mental and physical health and keeps you[…]
Get Healthy Sleep by Eating Right on Schedule
Did you know that creating a consistent mealtime schedule can improve the quality of your sleep? Your appetite and metabolism are an important part of your
Good Light, Bad Light, and Better Sleep
Exposure to light has a powerful effect on how well you sleep at night Light exposure is one of the most important factors when it comes to regulating our circadian[…]
A Healthy Night’s Sleep Starts the Moment You Wake Up
Did you know that a good night’s sleep starts with what you do during the day? In fact, from the moment you wake up, you’re affecting your sleep
National Sleep Foundation Research Reveals Nearly 1/3 of Americans Diagnosed with Sleep Apnea are Not Receiving Treatment Despite Health Risks
Only ¼ of Americans Can Identify the Health Consequences of Untreated Sleep Apnea Media Contact:Mauren Higginsmhiggins@brcommunications.com Washington, D.C. (March 11, 2025) — As part of the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF)[…]
New Data from National Sleep Foundation Reveals Strong Connection Between Sleep Health and Flourishing in Life
New Findings Highlight the Importance of Healthy Sleep for Well-Being Media Contact:Stephanie Kohnskohn@theNSF.org Washington, D.C. (March 6, 2025) — As part of its ongoing commitment to advancing sleep health and[…]
Understanding Sleep Apnea
Understanding Sleep Apnea Among the U.S. population, sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that causes a person’s breathing to stop during sleep. It has multiple negative consequences and is[…]
Dreaming Big – IKEA U.S. Collaborates with National Sleep Foundation to Reveal New Findings about Why Americans Crave Better Sleep
86% of Americans aren’t very satisfied with their sleep and most will sacrifice fun activities to get a good night’s sleep. Conshohocken, PA (January 9, 2025): As part of the[…]
National Sleep Foundation Previews Sleep Health Priorities and Predictions for 2025 at CES
Building on NSF Leadership Milestones in Sleep Health and SleepTech® Contact: Stephanie Kohnskohn@theNSF.org Las Vegas, Nev. (January 7, 2025): National Sleep Foundation (NSF), the global voice of sleep health, presented its[…]
Study Results Show America’s Sleep-Deprived Drivers Can Plan Better for Safety
Media Contact: Stephanie Kohn skohn@theNSF.org National Sleep Foundation Study Results Show America’s Sleep-Deprived Drivers Can Plan Better for Safety New data indicate alarming trends in how Americans view drowsy driving, which could put[…]
Sleep Health During a Presidential Election
In response to the dynamics of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, 17% of all adults—estimated to represent a striking 45 million Americans—reported the election negatively impacted their sleep. Adults who[…]
Breaking Report: The Impact of National Politics on Sleep Health
Media Contact: Stephanie Kohn skohn@theNSF.org Breaking Report: The Impact of Current National Politics on Population Sleep Health National Sleep Foundation’s Analysis of Americans’ Sleep during the 2024 Presidential Election Washington, D.C. (October[…]
Effects of Screen Use on Children’s Sleep
Media contact: Stephanie Kohn540-850-7827skohn@thensf.org National Sleep Foundation Highlights the Effects of Screen Use on Children’s Sleep Behavioral strategies and interventions may reduce the negative effects of screen use on sleep[…]
National Sleep Foundation Hosts Congressional Briefing on Sleep & Mental Health During 26th Annual Sleep Awareness Week®
For Immediate ReleaseContact: NSF CommunicationsNSFmedia@theNSF.org Washington, D.C. (March 13, 2024): Today, the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) hosted the first Congressional Briefing on sleep health and mental health as part of[…]
Sleep in America® Polls
The Sleep in America® Poll is the National Sleep Foundation’s premier annual review of current sleep topics. The poll was first conducted in 1991. Sleep in America® Poll 2026 The 2026[…]
Sleep Awareness Week 2025
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness – Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia
One sign of getting enough of the quality sleep you need is how you feel during the day. Most people know what they look and feel like when they’re refreshed[…]
Teens’ Sleep Health and Mental Health Strongly Linked
For Immediate ReleaseContact: NSF CommunicationsNSFmedia@theNSF.org National Sleep Foundation Says Teens’ Sleep Health and Mental Health Strongly Linked NSF releases important new public health findings from its annual poll in advance[…]
Congressional Briefing: Sleep Health is Mental Health
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Sleep Awareness Week 2024 Archive
Study Highlights Differences Between Adults Reporting Sleeping Issues to HCPs
Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Differences Between Adults Reporting Sleeping Issues to Healthcare Providers Washington, D.C. (October 11, 2023): New research published in the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) Sleep[…]
Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Association Between Bedtime Procrastination and Sleep Health
New research published in the National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Health journal shows bedtime procrastination was associated with poorer sleep health.
Consistent Sleep Schedules with New Consensus Guideline
The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) issued a new guideline emphasizing the benefit of consistent sleep schedules on health and performance.
New Research Highlights Association Between Experiencing Discrimination and Poorer Sleep
Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Association Between Experiencing Discrimination and Poorer Sleep Washington, D.C. (July 25, 2023): New research published in the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) Sleep Health journal shows[…]
Data Show Decrease in Sleep Duration for US Adults
New data from the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) Sleep Health Index® show a significant increase in the percentage of US adults who sleep less than the NSF-recommended 7-9 hours per night, as more restrictions were lifted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NSF Poll Highlights Strong Link Between Sleep and Depressive Symptoms in US Population
To kick off the 25th anniversary of its Sleep Awareness Week® which runs March 12-18, the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) has released new findings from their annual Sleep in America® Poll. This year focused on exploring the important connection between sleep health and mental health in the general US adult population. The Poll found that adults with good sleep were also likely to be free of significant depressive symptoms. In fact, over 90% of adults with very good sleep health also reported an absence of elevated depressive symptoms.
Congressional Resolution 1454 Supports the Designation of National Sleep Foundation’s Drowsy Driving Prevention Week®
Representatives Madeleine Dean and Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania, introduced House Resolution 1454 in the U.S. House of Representatives. The resolution supports the designation of “Drowsy Driving Prevention Week” to raise awareness about the dangers of drowsy driving and encourages people across the United States to take steps to prevent against drowsy driving.
New Data from the National Sleep Foundation Show a Majority of Americans Drive While Drowsy
Today, the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) released results of a new survey highlighting individual attitudes and behaviors towards drowsy driving. The survey showed that while 95% of Americans believe drowsy driving is risky, more than 37 million motorists are estimated to drive drowsy once a year or more.
National Sleep Foundation Releases Recommendations to Be Your Best Slept Self® This Summer
The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) today issued its recommendations to help the public be their Best Slept Self® this summer. Summer is an active time when schools let out for vacation, travel and social plans heat up, and daily routines can be quick to change – all of which can disrupt consistent sleep practices and start patterns that are a challenge to healthy sleep.
The Stress-sleep Connection
People with less stress report better sleep According to the National Sleep Foundation’s 2022 Sleep in America® Poll, lower levels of stress are strongly associated with higher quality sleep.[…]
Screen Use Disrupts Precious Sleep Time
Learn how screen use at night affects your ability to fall fast asleep A lot of us wind down in the evening by watching our favorite shows, catching up[…]
Sleep Health and the COVID-19 Pandemic
Sleep Health and the COVID-19 Pandemic The past two years of the global COVID-19 pandemic have placed a virtually unprecedented strain on Americans, with ongoing stressors related to occupational hazards[…]
Sleep first. Drive alert. Drowsy Driving Prevention Week® 2021
Contact: NSF Communications 540-850-7827 skohn@thensf.org Sleep first. Drive alert. Drowsy Driving Prevention Week® 2021 WASHINGTON, DC, November 5, 2021 — The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) announces November 7- 14[…]
National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Health Journal Receives Impact Factor
Contact: Stephanie Corkett 703-243-1753 scorkett@thensf.org National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Health Journal Receives Impact Factor Sleep Health Receives a 4.450 Washington, D.C. (July 1, 2021): The National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) Sleep[…]
Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Relationship Between Bedtime Media Use and Adolescent Sleep Health and Attentional Issues
National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Relationship Between Bedtime Media Use and Adolescent Sleep Health and Attentional Issues
Sleep by the Numbers
Interesting Sleep Facts and Statistics (2021) that We Can Learn From Sleep is an essential part of your body’s mental and physical wellness. However, it’s easy to forget how important[…]
National Sleep Foundation Applauds Bipartisan Support on Capitol Hill for Sleep Health
For Immediate Release Contact: NSF Communications 703-243-1753 scorkett@thensf.org National Sleep Foundation Applauds Bipartisan Support on Capitol Hill for Sleep Health Washington, D.C. (May 4, 2021): The National Sleep[…]
Sleep and Self-care
Sleep is critical to your healthBeing mindful of your sleep habits makes for a good night's sleep. Celebrate Your Sleep Health! With the beginning of Daylight Saving Time comes the[…]
Sleep and Your Nutrition
Eat right. Sleep better.Your eating habits can be crucial for quality sleep. Learn how your food choices and your meal timing can make a difference. Celebrate Your Sleep Health! With[…]
Your Sleep Health
Sleep is critical to your healthBeing mindful of your sleep habits makes for a good night's sleep. Celebrate Your Sleep Health! With the beginning of Daylight Saving Time comes the[…]
Sleep Health and Wellness
Sleep is critical to your healthBeing mindful of your sleep habits makes for a good night's sleep. Celebrate Your Sleep Health! With the beginning of Daylight Saving Time comes the[…]