New warning on teen sleep
Sleep deprivation – from lifestyle choices, pandemic stress, or late-night computer study – can quickly lead to loss of energy and function during the day and […]
‘Loss of pleasure’ in teen sleep study
Sleep patterns around the world have been disrupted as screen time increases and sleep routines change with COVID-19 self-isolation requirements. Negative mood is not unusual in […]
Babies (and mobiles) can lead to ‘daytime dysfunction’
Parents of infants with sleep trouble have increased risk of daytime dysfunction, including work and driving performance. New Flinders research has also measured the effects of […]
Sleep therapy road test awakens new interest
The use of sleep restriction therapy to help treat adults with insomnia is under-recognised – despite encouraging results since it was first introduced in the late […]
Sleep, baby, sleep
World Baby Sleep Day will be supported by a real-time social media forum supported by Flinders.
Mild technology use doesn’t disrupt sleep
Video games, iPhones and iPads are often blamed for teenage sleep problems, yet Flinders psychologist Michael Gradisar says moderate use doesn’t significantly interfere with a good night’s sleep.
School work a worry for sleepless teens
As Year 12 begins for thousands of South Australian students, a new report from Flinders University shows teens who can’t fall asleep at night are mainly worrying about the fallout of sleeping in and missing out on school.