Thornton Sleep Center

Style a Master Bedroom as a Sleep Retreat

There’s big buzz these days about the importance of getting enough Z’s for health, happiness, and productivity. Help clients analyze if a master bedroom can incorporate all the essentials to promote a

6 Bad Eating Habits That Make You Feel Tired

What you're eating (or not eating) could be to blame.

A fish that barely sleeps could help turn humans into all-night party animals

The Mexican cavefish have no eyes, little pigment, and require about two hours of sleep per night to survive.

Beauty Rest is not just for Beauty!

Beauty Rest isn't just for BeautyYour partner just asked you a simple yes or no question and your snap back with a “maybe”.Your mom calls and you are half listening to her ramble about Aunt Bonnie’s hip surgery, wanting to hang up, but knowing you shouldn’t.You are standing in front of the refrigerator not quite sure what it is you are looking for. So you shut the door. then you open it again. Nope. Shut it one more time.Face…

Common Sleep Disorders in Children and How to Identify Them

We all know that a restful sleep is an essential part of a growing child’s development, but around two out of every three children will experience a sleep disorder before the age of 13 according to a National Sleep Foundation (NSF) poll. Most will experience common nighttime disruptions, such as nightmares or infrequent insomnia, but

Should we be sleeping on a silk pillowcase?

The beauty-scape is encouraging us to invest in these luxurious bedtime buddies to keep our skin young and acne-free

What Causes Night Sweats in Men? 10 Causes and When to See Doctor

Night sweats are more common than you might think. We'll go over both common and rare causes and tell you when it's time to see a doctor.

New center in R.I. will research sleep, and how it affects kids’ mental health

Lifespan’s Bradley Hospital received a $10 million grant to start a center dedicated to the study of sleep and kids’ health.

Sleep Saves Lives: Naps Not Drugs

Sleep Saves Lives: Naps Not Drugs. Some of us try to get home earlier and lay down quicker, others are relying on downers and stimulants to regulate resting

Sleep: Why it matters and 7 ways to get more

Sleep is as important as diet and fitness but most take it for granted

Can this common sleep disturbance be fixed?

N. Fulton doctor helps Falcons, big companies improve sleep

Dr. Jeffrey Durmer and his program, FusionHealth, aim to help big employers improve the sleep of their workers.

Dogs and Their Promising Roles in Sleep Disorders Therapy

In patients with sleep apnea, nightmares, narcolepsy, parasomnias, and other sleep disorders, service animals may add a valuable treatment option.

Could an Undiagnosed Sleep Disorder be Causing Your MS Fatigue?

MS patients who suffer from fatigue may actually have a sleep disorder, such as obstructive sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, or insomnia.

Heads Up! The Way You Are Sleeping May Be Killing You

BY SYDNEY ROSS SINGER – Every one of us has a mysterious double life. For about two thirds of the time we are conscious beings, thinking about the world within and without, and negotiating our ways through the obstacles of life. For the other one third of the time we are nearly lifeless lumps of …

Sleep Debt: What It Means for Your Health and How You Can Pay It Off

Making up a sleep debt can seem impossible, but it's not. If you aren't too far behind on your sleep, you may be able to do it in a weekend. A more chronic sleep deficit is a health risk, but you can fix that, too. Here's the information you need to improve the amount and quality of your sleep.