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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 and has been produced by Langer Research Associates since[…]
Teen Sleep Toolkit

You’re a teenager?  Great, this is for you! (We already wrote something for adults). Take a few minutes to look inside yourself and see what’s important to you. What defines[…]

Back to School Sleep Tips

With children and teens heading back to school, it’s a good time to prioritize sleep as we adjust to new schedules. Good sleep health can help improve mood, attention, academic[…]

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.

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[…]

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.[…]

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[…]

Sleeping Well During the Holidays
During the holidays, the whole family’s routine can change. Children and teens are home from school, there are fewer hours of daylight, and families travel to visit loved ones. The[…]
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[…]

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[…]
Fitness and Your Sleep
Exercise right. Sleep better.Regular exercise was better for sleep than not exercising at all, but there is more to how exercise connects to sleep health. Sleep and Exercise When you[…]
Sleep, Immune Health, and Vaccination
Sleep is crucial for your overall health. One key benefit of getting enough good sleep is strengthening your immune system to help you prevent or limit infection in your body.[…]
Understanding Circadian Rhythms

What is a Circadian Rhythm? How do circadian rhythms work, and how do they affect sleep?   Circadian rhythms are driven by your body’s internal master clock—it controls things like[…]

Do I Have Restless Legs Syndrome?

Living with the symptoms of a sleep disorder can leave you feeling Beyond Tired®. Learn more from the NSF here.   Uncontrollable twitching in the lower limbs is one sign[…]

Sleep in a Time of Pandemic

For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Corkett 703-243-1753 scorkett@thensf.org Sleep in a Time of Pandemic: A Position Statement from the National Sleep Foundation Washington, D.C. (May 19, 2020) – National Sleep[…]

Sleep Tips
10 Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep Go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day, including weekends. It’s important for your body to have a regular[…]
Foundations of Sleep Health™
The National Sleep Foundation’s new textbook, Foundations of Sleep Health, will educate future public health professionals on sleep health global perspectives, contemporary theories, and modern practices. Place Your Order Today[…]
Terms of Use
Terms of Use The information contained on the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) websites, Apps, interactive tools and services is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to[…]
Sleep in America® Polls Archive
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 and has been produced by Langer Research Associates since[…]