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With the new school year right around the corner, prioritizing a consistent sleep schedule for school-aged children is more important than ever. However, a new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine reveals that children are surrounded by disruptors impacting their ability to [...]
As the summer season comes to a close, hitting “reset” on routines is the perfect way to prepare students to go back to school. When it comes to sleep, practice certainly makes perfect. According to a recent survey from the American Academy of Sleep [...]
From “mouth taping” to incorporating more plants in the bedroom, a variety of unproven strategies to promote sleep have been trending on social media. A recent survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that more than 40% of people admit to trying [...]
Whether it’s to avoid partners who steal the covers and toss and turn all night, or those who consistently rattle the room with loud snoring, many Americans are opting for a “sleep divorce” to help improve their nightly sleep. According to a recent American [...]
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates the recipient of the 2023 Trainee Investigator Award, Melissa Nevarez-Brewster, and the three individuals who received the honorable mention designation. They were recognized during the AASM annual membership meeting, which was held Monday, June 5, during the [...]
DARIEN, IL - The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recently recognized the Minnesota Regional Sleep Disorders Center and the University of Chicago Sleep Center for maintaining AASM accreditation for 40 continuous years. Jennifer Martin, the 2022 – 2023 president of the AASM, recognized both [...]
A new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine reveals that women are almost twice as likely (31%) as men (17%) to say they rarely or never wake up feeling well-rested. During Women’s Health Month, it’s crucial that women understand the role of [...]
DARIEN, IL - More than half of Americans “always” or “often” have trouble falling asleep (54%) or staying asleep (53%), according to a new survey commissioned by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. On Wednesday, June 21, the “shortest night of the year,” the AASM will hold [...]
DARIEN, IL – Dr. James A. Rowley became the president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine board of directors today, placing him at the helm of the leading sleep medicine professional society in the nation. Rowley assumed the role in Indianapolis during SLEEP [...]
For many people, pets are more than just animals – they’re beloved members of the family. However, new data from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine reveal that these fluffy family members may be impacting your valuable shut-eye. According to a recent survey, one-third [...]
