University of Pennsylvania Researchers Examine Racial Differences in Sleep Behavior

4-challenges-and-solutions-to-getting-a-goodA study by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine finds racial differences in sleep patterns and practices among older women. The study found that Black women tended to support unhealthy beliefs, attitudes, and practices regarding sleep than White women. The focus group study found that Black women were more likely than White women to turn to alcohol as a sleep aid and were more likely to read, watch television, or do other activities in bed. Participating in these activities in bed can cause difficulties in falling asleep, according to the researchers.

The study, published in the Journal of the National Medical Association, also found racial differences in napping behavior and snoring. However, the study determined that there were no overall differences in sleep quality, daytime napping, or daytime drowsiness.

Related Articles

Leave a Reply

Get the JBHE Weekly Bulletin

Receive our weekly email newsletter delivered to your inbox

Latest News

Four African Americans Appointed to University Administrative Positions

The appointments are Donald R. Pearsall at Alabama A&M University, Padonda Webb at North Carolina A&T State University, Michael Scales at the University of Pennsylvania, and Dawn Leaks Ragsdale at Yale University.

In Memoriam: Shani Mott, 1976-2024

Dr. Mott was a lecturer in the department of history and Center for Africana Studies at Johns Hopkins University where she worked for the past sixteen years. Her academic studies focused on racial language in American popular culture.

California State University Sacramento Launches Black Honors College

Officially launching for the fall 2024 semester, the Black Honors College will support students from all backgrounds who study Black history, life, and culture by providing them with a specialized curriculum and mentoring opportunities.

Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans

Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.

Featured Jobs