Daryl Austin
Daryl Austin is a lifestyle and wellness contributor for USA TODAY. His work has appeared in National Geographic, The Atlantic, The Wall Street Journal, NBC News, Smithsonian Magazine, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. He investigates various aspects of wellness and lifestyle with accuracy and depth. With a focus on topics such as sleep health and supplement use, Daryl provides valuable insights to his readers.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
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No current examples available.
Conflicts of Interest
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Contradictions
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- Nearly half of parents who have children struggling with sleeping at night have administered melatonin.
- Over 80% of respondents in a survey wished for more sleep.
Deceptions
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- According to a survey of more than 11,000 people across the globe, over 80% of respondents said they wished for more sleep. Conversely, just 10% claimed they slept enough.
- Many parents even use over-the-counter sleep aids. In fact, another survey shows that nearly half of parents who have children struggling with sleeping at night have administered the supplement melatonin.
Recent Articles
New Guidelines for Melatonin Supplements: Safe Sleep Aid for Children with Neurological Conditions?
Broke On: Monday, 15 April 2024Melatonin, a natural hormone regulating sleep, can help adults and children with neurological conditions fall asleep faster. However, long-term safety for children is unclear. New packaging guidelines promote responsible use and child safety. Melatonin isn't a magic solution; improving sleep hygiene often addresses sleep disturbances.
