Sleep Hygiene and Consistent Sleep Schedules: Circadian Regulation, Benefits, and Evidence-Based Strategies
Sleep hygiene refers to behavioral and environmental practices that support high-quality sleep, while a consistent sleep schedule is a cornerstone strategy that stabilizes circadian timing. The sleep-wake cycle is governed by the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) in the hypothalamus, which synchronizes physiology to external cues such as light and mealtimes. When people go to bed and… Read More »