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How long a nap should really last

Naps of more than an hour have been linked to faster cognitive decline and disrupted night-time sleep, although much of the evidence is observational.

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What screen time before bed does to sleep

Even the type of screen can matter: e-readers such as the Kindle give off blue light, but less of it than other devices, the Sleep Foundation says.

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Six things that help you sleep

The Sleep Foundation says it is best to talk to a doctor about sleeping problems that are severe or long-lasting, or about sleepiness that lasts through the day.

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