A sleep doctor reveals the optimal time of day to take a nap in order to feel rested and reap the health benefits.

It can vary depending on your sleeping pattern and schedule, but generally, the worst time to nap is during the late ...

Done wisely, naps can be a valuable way to boost your focus and energy. A sleep researcher explains how to get it right.

Tori Konieczkowski's husband Matt went to put their daughter down for a nap. When she heard "shrieking," she decided to ...

“Once a nap extends beyond 30 minutes, the brain transitions into slow-wave sleep, making it much harder to wake up,” Moukhtarian explains. “ Studies show that waking from deep sleep can leave people ...

Studies suggest that a short nap during this period—ideally followed by bright light exposure—can help counteract fatigue, boost alertness, and improve cognitive function without interfering w ...