Category Archives: Sleep

Technology Overload, Sleep Deprivation: How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep


This past New Year’s Eve, my neighbor pulled out his iPhone and showed me an app he was using called Fitbit. It tracks activity levels during the day and also approximates sleep time, allowing you to follow trends over time. … Continue reading

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Helping Your Child Get a Good Night’s Sleep


Kids need sleep.  Without enough of it, they are at increased risk for behavioral problems, attentional difficulties and even obesity.  The amount of sleep a child needs is variable and generally depends on the child’s age.  The National Sleep Foundation … Continue reading

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