Tag Archives: conditioned arousal

A person lying awake in bed, eyes open, expression one of quiet anxiety in a dark room
Sleep Anxiety After 50: When Worrying About Sleep Makes It Worse

The short version: Trying to sleep harder is one of the most reliable ways to [...]

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Why Older Adults Sleep More Lightly: The Science Behind Waking at 3am

The short version: Waking at 3am is not random and it is not insomnia in [...]