SLEEP DISORDERS

This study tested whether acupressure—applying gentle pressure to specific points on the body—could improve sleep for elderly people living in care centers. Researchers worked with 75 residents, giving 38 of them 12 sessions of acupressure over four weeks while comparing their re…

This study tested different doses of melatonin to see which one best improves sleep quality in children with autism who have trouble sleeping. Researchers worked with 26 autistic children aged 3-12 to measure how melatonin affected their nighttime awakenings, sleep patterns, and …

This study tested whether a daily supplement containing plant protein and two herbs (ashwagandha and rhodiola) could help improve sleep. One hundred middle-aged adults with sleep problems took either the real supplement or a look-alike placebo for 30 days. Researchers measured ch…

This study tested if a special laser light therapy, delivered into a vein, could help people with long-term sciatica. The goal was to see if it could reduce their pain and improve their sleep better than standard treatment alone. 66 participants received either the laser therapy …

This small, early-stage study tested whether a specific combination of melatonin and GABA supplements could improve sleep quality and related immune system markers in adults with sleep disorders. Fifteen participants took the supplement nightly for four weeks. Researchers tracked…

This study looked at whether poor sleep and daytime tiredness in people with chronic sinusitis (CRS) can predict problems with memory, concentration, and daily activities. Researchers surveyed 134 adult patients with long-term sinus symptoms using questionnaires about their sleep…

This study aimed to understand how mood disorders, anxiety, and migraines run in families. Researchers interviewed nearly 2,000 participants, including children and adults, to identify patterns and risk factors across generations. The goal was to gather knowledge to help improve …