Dream & Sleep

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.

Night terror in children

What exactly is a night terror and what should parents do if their child is asleep one moment and then won’t stop crying the next?

Exploding Head Syndrome – Explosions in the head

Does a loud bang, doorbell or scream wake you up at night? We explain the causes and what you can do about exploding head syndrome.

Goodbye pyjamas – does sleeping naked make couples happier?

Preferences differ greatly on this topic. But you can find out here whether couples are happier when they are sleeping naked.

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

Talking in your sleep – this phenomenon of unconscious speech at night is known as somniloquia. What exactly is it and when does it occur most frequently?

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 ‘hibernation’ to you.

How the world sleeps

How the world sleeps: People’s sleeping habits are as diverse as the world’s cultures. Find out about the differences here.

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’.

Fall asleep better – with relaxation exercises for body & mind

Many people take their professional and private problems to bed with them and don’t fall asleep. We show you relaxation exercises that help you to calm down.