Sleep Cycles: One rapid eye movement (REM) stage and three non-REM stages that altogether last about 90 to 120 minutes Benefits: Physical and mental recuperation and memory consolidation Disorders: ...

A cat this cute isn’t essential, but it sure does help (Picture: Getty/Metro.co.uk) Ever desperately tried to catch up on sleep by having a quick nap, only to wake up feeling more tired and groggy ...

You might think good sleep happens in your brain, but restorative sleep actually begins much lower in the body ...

If you've had a bad night's sleep, there may be only one thing getting you through the day - the thought of a nap later on in the day. A tactical nap can be a great way of feeling more energised for ...

People who feel excessively sleepy in the daytime and like to nap for an hour or longer are at increased risk from diabetes A daily nap for longer than an hour raises the risk of diabetes Credit: ...

IF you're a new parent then it's likely you're feeling a little bit sleep deprived. For a lot of people, the first time your bundle of joy sleeps through the night is a big milestone, but how likely ...