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SLEEP. Why do people need sleep?. A night of uninterrupted sleep can give our bodies and minds recharged for the next day. you are what you sleep. How Sleep Works For Our Body. Why nighttime sleep is important?. Why do we feel tired & sleepy at night?.
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A night of uninterrupted sleep can give our bodies and minds recharged for the next day.
NREM: 75% of night Stage 1 Stage 2 Stages 3 and 4 ----deep sleep, difficult to awake, hormones are released for growth and development REM: 25% of night 90 minutes after falling asleep dreams occur eyes move back and forth States and stages of sleep
Do you think the older you get, the fewer hours of sleep you will need? Do you think teens who fall asleep in class have bad habits and/or are lazy?
easily broken or damage sleep patterns change Sleep patterns may change, but need for sleep remains the same.
Women’s sleeping habits will change through their life: pregnancy, menopause.
Do you think you can “cheat” on the amount of sleep you get? Do you think health problems are related to the amount and quality of a person’s sleep?
Jet lag Shift work Our 24/7 society and nature’s clock
A short nap of 20-30 minutes can help to improve mood, alertness, and performance. • Planned napping • Emergency napping • Habitual napping
Adjust your sleep clock • Go to bed at the same time each night and wake up at the same time each morning.
Tips for good sleep Avoid caffeine and nicotine Avoid alcohol. Exercise regularly, but at lease 3 hours before bedtime. Build a regular relaxing bedtime routine (e.g. taking a bath) Create a sleep environment is dark, quiet and preferable cool and comfortable.