We tend to think of sleep as the time when our brains shut down for good, but in fact, what's around us, particularly sound, has great influence on how well we sleep. From the gentle patter of rain to ...

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — While walking outside during the winter months, there’s nothing more bone-chilling and creepy than howling wind. Which brings to the question, why does the wind howl? Noise ...

If you’re easily disturbed by a noisy partner, a restless pet, or outside sounds, adding more noise to drown out what’s bothering you might be the answer. In a setting that is too quiet, those ...

Wind turbine noise (WTN) influences people's perception of the restorative effects of sleep, and also has a small but significant effect on dream sleep, otherwise known as REM (rapid eye movement) ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? POV: It’s 2:00 a.m. and you can’t fall asleep. You’ve tried everything, from ...

If you're struggling to sleep, there are certain sounds, like those from white noise machines, that can help block out unwanted noise and lull you to sleep at the same time. Though you've likely heard ...

Deep sleep or slow-wave sleep supports memory, growth, and cell regeneration. Not getting enough may contribute to some health conditions, including heart disease and Alzheimer’s disease. You may have ...