Dream & Slepp
How can we boost our memory performance through sleep, why do we sleep less well on holiday, what is sleep tourism all about and how can we prevent microsleep? You can find the answers to these questions, tips and the latest scientific findings on how to get a good night’s sleep here.
Optimal sleep duration – How much sleep is healthy?
The phases of life are crucial, as sleep behaviour and sleep requirements change over the course of a person’s life. Older people tend to spend more time in bed than younger adults.
Time changeover: Winter time
For many people, the time change upsets their biorhythm. We give you the best tips to help you get used to winter time quickly.
How does the sleeping sand get into our eyes in the morning?
How does the sleeping sand get into our eyes, which is the last memory we have of a dreamy night every morning?
Fall asleep better – with relaxation exercises for body & mind
Many people take their professional and personal problems to bed with them and simply don’t want to fall asleep. We show you relaxation techniques and rituals to help your body and mind find peace so that you can fall asleep more relaxed and better.
Goodbye pyjamas – does sleeping naked make couples happier?
Preferences differ greatly on this topic – while some prefer to sleep naked, for others it is out of the question to do without their beloved pyjamas. Find out here whether couples are happier when they sleep naked …
A GOOD DAY BEGINS AT NIGHT
Sleep is not a stand-by mode, but a process of regeneration of body, mind and soul, revitalisation and information processing – true to our motto ‘A good day begins at night’.
How the world sleeps
People’s sleeping habits are just as different as the cultures around the world. The differences are particularly evident in sleep duration, sleep rhythm and the sleeping environment.
Hibernation
Why do we have an increased need for sleep in winter, get the winter blues or even fall into a winter depression? We explain.
Cheers to sleeping in
Opinions differ on sleeping in – what is a dream for some is a nightmare for others? But what are the pros and cons of sleeping in?
The bedroom – an important oasis of calm for recharging your batteries
The sleeping environment has a significant influence on how we sleep. It is important that you feel comfortable in your bedroom. However, the bedroom should also fulfil certain conditions to ensure restful sleep.
Talking in your sleep
This phenomenon of unconsciously talking at night is known as somniloquia. But what exactly is it and when does night-time chatter occur particularly frequently?
How the sleep hormones serotonin and melatonin influence your sleep rhythm
Due to the different light conditions during the seasons, there is also an annual rhythm: Melatonin is produced over a longer period in winter than in summer. This increases the need for sleep. We feel more tired during the day than in summer.