People often say naps are bad because they can ruin sleep schedules, but other people say that naps can be beneficial. What is the science behind napping, and are naps good or bad? People often say ...

It may be counterintuitive, but this simple caffeine boost can make all the difference. I’m a big fan of naps. I’m not afraid to admit that a short nap in the afternoon can make a huge difference to ...

A nap, especially if you’ve had an early morning alarm call or bad sleep the night before, can feel refreshing. But how should you nap sensibly? A nap can help boost energy, mood and even memory, but ...

THIS ARTICLE IS republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. You’re in the middle of the afternoon, eyelids heavy, focus slipping. You close your eyes for half an hour and wake ...

NPR's science podcast Short Wave shares how taking a nap can deliver a eureka moment, a new picture of a planet right after it was born, and how wildfires can affect water quality – after the fires ...

Despite the vast amount of science to the contrary, good sleep is frequently ignored in the conversation about brain health optimization. If prioritizing sleep at night is seen as an afterthought, ...

Getting enough sleep is easier said than done — that's where napping comes in handy. Whether you're looking to catch up on rest after a sleepless night or relax in the afternoon, napping is an ...