Did you know that a good night’s sleep starts with what you do during the day? In fact, from the moment you wake up, you’re affecting your sleep
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NATIONAL SLEEP FOUNDATION’S 2022 SLEEP IN AMERICA® POLL: Americans Can Do More During the Day and Night to Improve Sleep
Contact: Stephanie Kohn 540-850-7827 skohn@theNSF.org NATIONAL SLEEP FOUNDATION’S 2022 SLEEP IN AMERICA® POLL: Americans Can Do More During the Day and Night to Improve Sleep Washington, D.C. (March[…]
Can Dietary Supplements Lead to a Better Night’s Sleep?
Are you considering adding a sleep aid like melatonin to your nighttime routine? Here’s what to know about supplements and sleep. Sleeping pills and prescription medications are sometimes used as[…]
Sleep First to Prevent Drowsy Driving
Drowsy driving is dangerous, but preventable. Learn some things you can do before getting behind the wheel.
Study Results Show America’s Sleep-Deprived Drivers Can Plan Better for Safety
Media Contact: Stephanie Kohn skohn@theNSF.org National Sleep Foundation Study Results Show America’s Sleep-Deprived Drivers Can Plan Better for Safety New data indicate alarming trends in how Americans view drowsy driving, which could put[…]
What is REM Sleep?
You may have heard the term, but do you know what it means? Understanding the importance of REM helps explain why a solid night’s sleep is so important. Most people[…]
Effects of Screen Use on Children’s Sleep
Media contact: Stephanie Kohn540-850-7827skohn@thensf.org National Sleep Foundation Highlights the Effects of Screen Use on Children’s Sleep Behavioral strategies and interventions may reduce the negative effects of screen use on sleep[…]
What Is Sleep Quality?
When it comes to sleep, quantity is important—and so is quality. You might be getting enough hours of sleep, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting the highest quality sleep. […]
Sleep in America® Polls
The Sleep in America® Poll is the National Sleep Foundation’s premier annual review of current sleep topics. The poll was first conducted in 1991 and has been produced by Langer Research Associates since[…]
Sleep Awareness Week 2024
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness – Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia
One sign of getting enough of the quality sleep you need is how you feel during the day. Most people know what they look and feel like when they’re refreshed[…]
What To Know about Teens and Sleep
One of the first things we need to understand is the teenage years are one of the most critical periods of our development. Most teens experience rapid physical growth, their[…]
The Critical Connection between Teens’ Sleep and Mental Health
Getting enough quality sleep plays a pivotal role in the health and well-being of teens. It’s strongly tied to and impacts their mental health. Healthy sleep is linked to improved[…]
Teen Sleep Toolkit
You’re a teenager? Great, this is for you! (We already wrote something for adults). Take a few minutes to look inside yourself and see what’s important to you. What defines[…]
Teens’ Sleep Health and Mental Health Strongly Linked
For Immediate ReleaseContact: NSF CommunicationsNSFmedia@theNSF.org National Sleep Foundation Says Teens’ Sleep Health and Mental Health Strongly Linked NSF releases important new public health findings from its annual poll in advance[…]
How Technology Can Help You Sleep Better
Thinking about tech to help with your sleep? These options could boost your bedtime experience. Getting the sleep you need is important to your health and feeling well during the[…]
Sleep Awareness Week 2024 Archive
Embr Labs and Pocket Kado Win National Sleep Foundation’s 2023 SleepTech® Award
NSF named Embr Labs and Pocket Kado as winners of the 2023 SleepTech® Award.
Sleep Health and Safety: Navigating the Road to Alert Driving
Understand how technological advancements can enhance two of the most critical aspects of our lives: healthy sleep and safe driving.
Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Association Between Bedtime Procrastination and Sleep Health
New research published in the National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Health journal shows bedtime procrastination was associated with poorer sleep health.
Setting a Regular Sleep Schedule
Having a consistent sleep schedule, or going to bed and waking up at the same time, is important for your health and well-being. Learn more.
Consistent Sleep Schedules with New Consensus Guideline
The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) issued a new guideline emphasizing the benefit of consistent sleep schedules on health and performance.
Back to School Sleep Tips
With children and teens heading back to school, it’s a good time to prioritize sleep as we adjust to new schedules. Good sleep health can help improve mood, attention, academic[…]
Congressional Briefing on Sleep Health Equity
Members of Congress, staff, and interested stakeholders heard from an expert panel about the causes and consequences of sleep health disparities, steps needed to promote sleep health equity, and what Congress can do to accelerate this important work.
Data Show Decrease in Sleep Duration for US Adults
New data from the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) Sleep Health Index® show a significant increase in the percentage of US adults who sleep less than the NSF-recommended 7-9 hours per night, as more restrictions were lifted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NSF Highlights Evidence Connecting Sleep Health with Probable Depressive Disorder
Today, NSF highlighted additional findings from its 2023 Sleep in America® Poll, which previously demonstrated meaningful connections between Americans’ sleep health and their mental health and wellness.
NSF Poll Highlights Strong Link Between Sleep and Depressive Symptoms in US Population
To kick off the 25th anniversary of its Sleep Awareness Week® which runs March 12-18, the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) has released new findings from their annual Sleep in America® Poll. This year focused on exploring the important connection between sleep health and mental health in the general US adult population. The Poll found that adults with good sleep were also likely to be free of significant depressive symptoms. In fact, over 90% of adults with very good sleep health also reported an absence of elevated depressive symptoms.
How is Your Sleep Health Linked to Your Mental Health?
Sleep is a critical part of your overall health. And the quality and quantity of your sleep are deeply connected to your mental and emotional well-being.
New Data from the National Sleep Foundation Show a Majority of Americans Drive While Drowsy
Today, the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) released results of a new survey highlighting individual attitudes and behaviors towards drowsy driving. The survey showed that while 95% of Americans believe drowsy driving is risky, more than 37 million motorists are estimated to drive drowsy once a year or more.
Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Association between Sociopolitical Events and Sleep
New research findings published in the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) Sleep Health Journal show how major sociopolitical events can have global impacts on sleep that interact with significant fluctuations in public mood and well-being.
Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Association between Sleep and Life Satisfaction in Parents
New research findings published in the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) Sleep Health Journal show that, for new and established parents, getting sufficient sleep plays an important role in their mental health and, in turn, life satisfaction.
National Sleep Foundation Releases Recommendations to Be Your Best Slept Self® This Summer
The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) today issued its recommendations to help the public be their Best Slept Self® this summer. Summer is an active time when schools let out for vacation, travel and social plans heat up, and daily routines can be quick to change – all of which can disrupt consistent sleep practices and start patterns that are a challenge to healthy sleep.
Congressional Resolution 984 Supports the Designation of Sleep Awareness Week
For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Kohn 540-850-7827 skohn@thensf.org Congressional Resolution 984 Supports the Designation of Sleep Awareness Week Washington, DC (March 16, 2022): Congressman Jamie Raskin of Maryland,[…]
Healthy Sleep Starts Before You Hit the Sheets
When you aren’t sleeping well, you aren’t your best. A bad night of sleep leaves you with that head-in-the-clouds feeling the next day—fatigued, unfocused,
Good Light, Bad Light, and Better Sleep
Exposure to light has a powerful effect on how well you sleep at night Light exposure is one of the most important factors when it comes to regulating our[…]
The Stress-sleep Connection
People with less stress report better sleep According to the National Sleep Foundation’s 2022 Sleep in America® Poll, lower levels of stress are strongly associated with higher quality sleep.[…]
Get Healthy Sleep by Eating Right on Schedule
Did you know that creating a consistent mealtime schedule can improve the quality of your sleep? Your appetite and metabolism are an important part of your
Screen Use Disrupts Precious Sleep Time
Learn how screen use at night affects your ability to fall fast asleep A lot of us wind down in the evening by watching our favorite shows, catching up[…]
Get Moving to Get Better Sleep
Find out how exercise can help kickstart your Best Slept Self® It’s no secret that exercise has widespread health benefits. It improves your mental and physical health and keeps you[…]
Not Sleeping Well? It Might Be Time to See a Healthcare Provider
Living with the symptoms of a sleep disorder can leave you feeling Beyond Tired®. Learn more from the NSF here. Something more serious might be keeping you from the[…]
National Sleep Foundation Releases Breaking Report on Sleep Health During the Pandemic
For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Kohn 540-850-7827 skohn@thensf.org National Sleep Foundation Releases Breaking Report on Sleep Health During the Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic Washington, D.C. (March 7, 2022): Today,[…]
National Sleep Foundation Announces Sleep Awareness Week® 2022 Dates
For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Kohn 540-850-7827 skohn@thensf.org National Sleep Foundation Announces Sleep Awareness Week® 2022 Dates Washington, D.C. (February 18, 2022): National Sleep Foundation has announced its annual[…]
Sleeping Well During the Holidays
During the holidays, the whole family’s routine can change. Children and teens are home from school, there are fewer hours of daylight, and families travel to visit loved ones. The[…]
Kokoon Wins National Sleep Foundation 2021 SleepTech® Award
For Immediate Release Contact: NSF Communications 703-243-1753 skohn@thensf.org Kokoon Wins National Sleep Foundation 2021 SleepTech® Award Washington, D.C. (December 7, 2021): The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) named Kokoon’s Nightbuds[…]
Sleep first. Drive alert. Drowsy Driving Prevention Week® 2021
Contact: NSF Communications 540-850-7827 skohn@thensf.org Sleep first. Drive alert. Drowsy Driving Prevention Week® 2021 WASHINGTON, DC, November 5, 2021 — The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) announces November 7- 14[…]
What is Microsleep?
SleepFirst™: National Sleep Foundation’s Drowsy Driving Safety Campaign What Exactly is Microsleep? You may be unfamiliar with the term, but microsleep is quite common and can be dangerous if[…]
Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Association between Poor Sleep and Physical Function in Black Older Adults with Disabilities
Contact: Stephanie Corkett 703-243-1753 scorkett@thensf.org Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Association between Poor Sleep and Physical Function in Black Older Adults with Disabilities Washington, D.C. (October 5, 2021): New research[…]
Sleep by the Numbers
Interesting Sleep Facts and Statistics (2021) that We Can Learn From Sleep is an essential part of your body’s mental and physical wellness. However, it’s easy to forget how important[…]
Sleep and Self-care
Sleep is critical to your healthBeing mindful of your sleep habits makes for a good night's sleep. Celebrate Your Sleep Health! With the beginning of Daylight Saving Time comes the[…]
NSF Sleep Diary
Use the NSF Sleep Diary to Improve Your Sleep How’s your sleep? The answer to this question can make a big difference in your life. After all, when you sleep better, you feel better.[…]