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Good sleep may help counter effects of diabetes, heart disease on brain: Study
Psychology says people who love their afternoon nap may be responding to more than tiredness
Psychology says people who keep taking breaks at work aren’t necessarily lazy, Their brain may be asking for something else

- Psychology explains the effect of social media on Gen Z’s mental health - how constant comparison, online pressure and endless scrolling can shape self-esteem and well-being
  Generation Z faces both the positive and negative impacts of social media on their lives and mental health. While constant scrolling and co...
  09 Sep, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
- What happens to your brain when you are sleep deprived: Science behind this phenomenon will leave you surprised
  Staying awake for over twenty-four hours results in involuntary micro-sleeps, highlighting how crucial sleep is to our health. After just s...
  29 Aug, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
- Is your brain older than your body age? 3 major red flags of early cognitive decay to not ignore
  Many people mistake fatigue, forgetfulness, or poor sleep for stress, but experts warn these can be signs that the brain is ageing faster t...
  30 Oct, 2025, 11.51 PM IST
- Sharpen your mind after 40: Simple daily habits to enhance memory and boost brain health
  Nurturing your brain after 40 is crucial for cognitive health. Consistent daily habits like regular exercise, a brain-healthy diet, and dai...
  23 Oct, 2025, 09.25 PM IST
- Five distinct sleep types: What does your sleep profile mean for your mental health and well-being
  New research identifies five unique sleep types beyond just good or bad sleepers. These profiles link directly to mental health, brain func...
  20 Oct, 2025, 10.22 AM IST
- Your sleepless nights putting your brain at risk? Study finds older adults with chronic sleep problems face higher chances of Dementia
  A new study indicates chronic insomnia raises dementia risk. Older adults with persistent sleep issues face 40 percent increased cognitive ...
  04 Oct, 2025, 07.13 AM IST
- Suffering from insomnia? Sleepless nights could age you fast and boost dementia risk by 40%, experts warn
  New research links chronic insomnia to increased dementia risk. A study of 2,750 adults found a 40% higher chance of cognitive decline in t...
  17 Sep, 2025, 01.03 AM IST
- Struggling with sleepless nights? CMC Vellore neurologist reveals the hidden risk to your brain
  Chronic insomnia is now linked to a significantly higher risk of memory loss and dementia, according to a new Neurology study. Dr. Sudhir K...
  13 Sep, 2025, 11.42 PM IST
- More than 9 hours of sleep? Science says your memory may suffer
  Research from the University of Texas suggests that sleeping more than nine hours nightly may negatively impact cognitive function, particu...
  17 May, 2025, 09.18 PM IST
- Can poor sleep age your brain faster? New study reveals shocking link to shrinking grey matter
  A groundbreaking study from the University of California, San Francisco, has linked poor sleep quality to faster brain shrinkage. Participa...
  25 Apr, 2025, 10.13 PM IST
- Study finds disrupted sleep in midlife linked to memory, thinking problems
  Although the research does not establish a causal link between sleep quality and cognitive decline, it highlights an association.
  04 Jan, 2024, 05.00 PM IST
- Sleep deprivation linked to brain damage and alzheimer's risk, reveals news study
  A recent study published in the Journal of Proteome Research suggests that lack of sleep increases the risk of developing Alzheimer's disea...
  10 Sep, 2023, 11.21 AM IST
- World Brain Day: Get better sleep, eat healthy food & exercise daily to delay cognitive decline
  Good quality sleep is crucial for brain function, as per a study by UCL and the University of the Republic in Uruguay. Suffering from lifes...
  21 Jul, 2023, 06.56 PM IST
- Compromising on snoozing time? Getting less than 6 hrs of sleep daily can cut down cognitive benefits of exercise, says study
  Lack of sleep could can reduce the benefits of regular exercise in the protection against cognitive decline, according to a study by Univer...
  08 Jul, 2023, 10.51 AM IST
- Obstructive sleep apnea can cause early cognitive decline in middle-aged men, says study
  Even healthy patients, who weren't obese, showed the same result.
  07 Apr, 2023, 11.31 AM IST
- World Alzheimer's Day: Invest in a minimum of 7 hrs of sleep, your overworked mind needs it
  Not getting enough sleep can lead to cognitive decline and cause Alzheimer’s disease.
  21 Sep, 2022, 01.47 PM IST
- Difficulty thinking after a bad night's sleep? Find out the optimal nap time your brain requires to work properly
  Sleep is important for brain functioning.
  09 May, 2022, 10.53 AM IST
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