Pink noise, a staticky sound that’s supposed to help people fall asleep, may actually worsen your rest, a new study found.

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Color us surprised. Plenty of people use apps and ambient sound machines to reduce clamor and improve their sleep — but not all noise is created equal. In fact, new research suggests that a particular ...

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Sound machines promise better sleep, but new research suggests they may quietly steal your REM and deep sleep.

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A good night’s sleep is the foundation of a productive and happy day. Yet, our bedrooms can become multi-purpose spaces filled with distractions (aka, glowing screens and piles of laundry). If you ...

White noise is a random signal or sound with all frequencies in a specific range with equal power, and has a flat power spectrum. In common speech, one can usually hear it as a consistent hiss or a ...

Good sleep depends on more than just bedtime habits. Small changes in your bedroom can quietly improve how deeply and peacefully you sleep.