LiegentWhy We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams
In an era where millions struggle with sleep deprivation, Matthew Walker reveals why we're facing a hidden health crisis. This short examines sleep's essential role in our physical and mental well-being, from strengthening our immune system to processing emotions through dreams. Walker explains how modern lifestyles disrupt our natural sleep patterns and explores the science behind sleep disorders that affect both individuals and society at large. By combining scientific research with actionable advice, this short offers readers a comprehensive understanding of sleep's vital importance and provides the tools needed to transform their relationship with rest, ultimately improving their health, creativity, and longevity.
Matthew Walker is a Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, where he serves as the director of the Center for Human Sleep Science. As a leading sleep scientist, his research has revealed crucial connections between sleep and human health, memory, and emotional wellbeing. His scientific work has helped change our understanding of sleep's essential role in everything from learning and immunity to mental health and longevity, while his research has influenced both public health policy and institutional attitudes toward sleep.
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