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Scientists show how sleep deprived brain permits intrusive thoughts
Posted on Thursday 9 January 2025
A new study has shown that sleep deprivation can inhibit the brain’s ability to suppress unwanted memories and intrusive thoughts.
School smartphone ban results in better sleep and improved mood
Posted on Thursday 12 December 2024
Psychologists at the University of York, who tested the impact that smartphones have on children’s behaviour for a new two-part documentary series for Channel 4, found that a ban in school impacted positively on sleep and mood.
More than £3M awarded to psychologists in studies of sleep and online misogyny
Posted on Tuesday 10 December 2024
Two psychologists from the University of York have been awarded more than £1.5 million each in ERC Consolidator Grants to study the impact of sleep on memory and the growing issue of online misogyny.
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