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Dr. Sam “named that dog” REM-y and won a prize!
Our mascot, REM-y, wishes to thank Dr. Eugene Sambataro for giving him his newly minted name. The "Name That Dog" contest resulted in dozens of fun name ideas. After careful consideration, the curator opted for REM-y. Thanks to everyone who played along! [...]
Wordless Wednesday: Making the most of the Winter Solstice
A hot bonfire outside (maybe with some ice skates near a frozen lake, if possible!) and a carafe of hot chocolate can make even the darkest day and the longest night a celebration. And afterward, you'll probably sleep great! [...]
Wordless Wednesday: See the light this Hanukkah season
Infographic: Do you know about hidden caffeine?
Besides the usual suspects coffee, tea, etc.) there are more and more food products that have been "energized" with hidden caffeine. [...]
Sleep Fundamentals || K is for Kleine-Levin Syndrome, or “Sleeping Beauty” Syndrome
"Sleeping Beauty" Syndrome is characterized by abnormally extended periods of sleep with disruptions to cognition and shifts in mood. Also known as Kleine-Levin Syndrome, this sleep disorder usually happens to individuals who are otherwise physically and mentally healthy. Some theories link KLS with seizure activity, but generally, KLS patients do not have seizures while awake or during sleep. [...]
Vitamin Zzz seeks your short stories, poems, or personal essays about sleep and dreams
Call for submissions for Vitamin Zzz SLEEPYHEADCENTRAL seeks submissions for a special “VitaminZzz” series on the topic of “SLEEP” for publication [...]
Wordless Wednesday: I dare you not to yawn
