Sleep Aids

Treating insomnia: a look at some treatment options

There are a variety of sleep aids to choose from. Here is information on two of them.

Tips for getting a good night of sleep

Have you been tossing and turning and wondering if you will ever fall asleep? You are not alone. Learn why sleep is so important and what you can do to get some sleep.

Creating a healthy sleep routine

Learn how to get more restful sleep by managing your bedroom environment and changing some of your habits.

Sleep aids: what you should know

Whether your insomnia is occasional or frequent, you know how distressing it is. What's the best course of action? How do you know if sleeping pills or other sleep aids are safe enough for regular use?

Herbal supplements to treat sleeplessness

If you need help getting a good night's sleep, but don't want to take medication, an herbal supplement may be just what you're looking for. Here are the facts on the herbs most commonly used to induce sleep.

Your Children and Sleep

Sweet Z-z-z-z-z's: the world of childhood sleep

Healthy child development requires sufficient slumber. So when a young child fails to fall asleep at an appropriate hour, both parents and child suffer.

Why teens need more sleep than they’re getting

If sleep debt becomes too great, it causes sleepiness and can negatively affect performance, concentration, reaction time, memory, mood, and behavior control. A teen’s physical growth can even be affected by a chronic lack of sleep, since growth hormone is most active during sleep. Read more here.