Regular Napping Can Be Risky

Napping on a regular basis is associated with higher risks for high blood pressure and stroke, according to new research published today in Hypertension, an American Heart Association (AHA)journal. Researchers in China examined whether frequent naps could be a potential causal risk factor for high blood pressure and/or stroke. This is the first study to… Continue reading Regular Napping Can Be Risky

Should Teens Be Allowed to Nap in School?

Teens get into trouble for falling asleep in school, but they’d probably perform better if they were allowed to take a scheduled nap, researchers say. . In a study funded by the National Institutes of Health, the University of Delaware’s School of Nursing assistant professor ‘s Xiaopeng Ji and principal investigator Jianghong Liu (University of… Continue reading Should Teens Be Allowed to Nap in School?