Sleep And Its Secrets

Author : Penelope A. Lewis
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-27
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781137386977

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The Secret World of Sleep by Penelope A. Lewis Pdf

In recent years neuroscientists have uncovered the countless ways our brain trips us up in day-to-day life, from its propensity toward irrational thought to how our intuitions deceive us. The latest research on sleep, however, points in the opposite direction. Where old wives tales have long advised to "sleep on a problem," today scientists are discovering the truth behind these folk sayings,and how the busy brain radically improves our minds through sleep and dreams. In The Secret World of Sleep, neuroscientist Penny Lewis explores the latest research intothe nighttime brain to understand the real benefits of sleep. She shows how, while our body rests, the brain practices tasks it learned during the day, replays traumatic events to mollify them, and forges connections between distant concepts. By understanding the roles that the nocturnal brain plays in our waking life, we can improve the relationship between the two, and even boost creativity and become smarter. This is a fascinating exploration of one of the most surprising corners of neuroscience that shows how science may be able to harness the power of sleep to improve learning, health, and more.

Author : Meir Kryger
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 343 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2017-03-21
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780300227826

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The Mystery of Sleep by Meir Kryger Pdf

An authoritative and accessible guide to what happens when we shut our eyes at night We spend a third of our lives in bed, but how much do we really understand about how sleep affects us? In the past forty years, scientists have discovered that our sleep (or lack of it) can affect nearly every aspect of our waking lives. Poor sleep could be a sign of a disease, the result of a vitamin or iron deficiency, or the cause of numerous other problems, both sleeping and waking. Yet many people, even medical personnel, are unaware of the dangers of poor sleep. Enter Dr. Meir Kryger, a world authority on the science of sleep, with a comprehensive guide to the mysteries of slumber that combines detailed case studies, helpful tables, illustrations, and pragmatic advice. Everyone needs a good night’s sleep, and many of us will experience some difficulty sleeping or staying awake over the course of our lifetimes (or know someone who does). Kryger’s comprehensive text is a much-needed resource for insomniacs; for those who snore, can’t stay awake, or experience disturbing dreams; and for the simply curious. Uniquely wide ranging, The Mystery of Sleep is more than a handbook; it is a guide to the world of sleep and the mysterious disorders that affect it.

Author : Dr. Guy Leschziner
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2019-07-23
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781250202710

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The Nocturnal Brain by Dr. Guy Leschziner Pdf

A renowned neurologist shares the true stories of people unable to get a good night’s rest in The Nocturnal Brain: Nightmares, Neuroscience, and the Secret World of Sleep, a fascinating exploration of the symptoms and syndromes behind sleep disorders. For Dr. Guy Leschziner’s patients, there is no rest for the weary in mind and body. Insomnia, narcolepsy, night terrors, apnea, and sleepwalking are just a sampling of conditions afflicting sufferers who cannot sleep—and their experiences in trying are the stuff of nightmares. Demoniac hallucinations frighten people into paralysis. Restless legs rock both the sleepless and their sleeping partners with unpredictable and uncontrollable kicking. Out-of-sync circadian rhythms confuse the natural body clock’s days and nights. Then there are the extreme cases. A woman in a state of deep sleep who gets dressed, unlocks her car, and drives for several miles before returning to bed. The man who has spent decades cleaning out kitchens while “sleep-eating.” The teenager prone to the serious, yet unfortunately nicknamed Sleeping Beauty Syndrome stuck in a cycle of excessive unconsciousness, binge eating, and uncharacteristic displays of aggression and hypersexuality while awake. With compassionate stories of his patients and their conditions, Dr. Leschziner illustrates the neuroscience behind our sleeping minds, revealing the many biological and psychological factors necessary in getting the rest that will not only maintain our physical and mental health, but improve our cognitive abilities and overall happiness.

Author : Kat Duff
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03-18
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781476753287

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The Secret Life of Sleep by Kat Duff Pdf

Unlock the astonishing facts, myths, and benefits of one of the most endangered human resources—sleep. It has become increasingly clear that our sleep shapes who we are as much as, if not more than, we shape it. While most sleep research hasn’t ven­tured far beyond research labs and treatment clinics, The Secret Life of Sleep taps into the enormous reservoir of human experiences to illuminate the complexities of a world where sleep has become a dwindling resource. With a sense of infectious curiosity, award winning author Kat Duff mixes cutting-edge research with insightful narratives, surpris­ing insights, and timely questions to help us better understand what we’re losing before it’s too late. The Secret Life of Sleep tackles the full breadth of what sleep means to people the world over. Embark on an exploration of what lies behind and beyond our eyelids when we surrender to the secret life of sleep.

Author : Lisa Varadi
Publisher : Quadrille Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2019-03-19
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1787132765

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Sleep by Lisa Varadi Pdf

Sleep invites you to explore the benefits to be gained from the simple act of sleeping. The body's natural way of reenergizing and healing, sleep nourishes the mind and body with its numerous health benefits. Whether you sleep like a baby or are a perennial insomniac, Sleep will guide you through the cultural and historical perspectives of shut-eye, explain why our body clocks are so important, and delve into the four stages of sleep, from shallow to deep. You'll learn about why it's so important to nourish the mind, what really goes on when you're dreaming and how to tackle the perpetual problem of insomnia. So pyjamas at ready...it's time to get the best night's sleep you've ever had

Author : Michael S. Aronoff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1489960570

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Sleep and Its Secrets by Michael S. Aronoff Pdf

Author : Loftie,Ben Swire
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2021-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0578872439

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The Mysteries of Sleep by Loftie,Ben Swire Pdf

From blue light to pink noise, Da Vinci to Feng Shui, hunter-gatherers to NASA, The Mysteries of Sleep is an endlessly fascinating grab bag of knowledge about the third of your life you spend with your head on a pillow. A lighthearted tour of the science, history, legends, and oddities of slumber, The Mysteries of Sleep is filled with magical artwork, memorable explanations, and pointers, tips, and suggestions to help you get the most out of your bedtime hours. Just try not to stay up all night reading it.

Author : Damien R. Stevens
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015060772178

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Sleep Medicine Secrets by Damien R. Stevens Pdf

Presents key information on the diagnosis and management of the full array of sleep disorders. Each chapter asks a series of key questions and provides answers from leading authorities in the field. Ideal as a quick reference, but comprehensive enough to function as the clinical book of choice in sleep medicine.

Author : Evany Thomas
Publisher : McSweeney's
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : STANFORD:36105129804907

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The Secret Language of Sleep by Evany Thomas Pdf

Some couples wonder if they have the mettle for a committed relationship, or the momentum for long-distance love, or the reflexes for fighting crime. Unsure couples waste years looking for answers in each other's eyes, or in the offices of behavioral therapists. And yet, each night their sleeping bodies reveal more than any doctor or private detective could ever discover. With this book, a couple can unlock the meaning of their chosen pose. All thirty-nine poses (including Classic Spoons, the Tobogganer, and Softserve Swirl) come with easy-to-identify illustrations, detailed descriptions, and training tips. Handy icons indicate which positions are most therapeutic for snorers, outdoorsmen, or those who work on their feet.

Author : James A. Horne
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780192807311

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Sleepfaring by James A. Horne Pdf

What is sleep? Why do we sleep? How much do we normally need, and what happens if you don't get enough sleep? Are we modern people with busy lives suffering stress from 'sleep debt'? This book is about all aspects of sleep. It's a subject that interests and worries a lot of people. In recent years, the nature of sleep, our sleeping patterns, how much sleep we need, and the dangers of lack of sleep have become increasingly important, as people work longer hours, styles of working have altered, and the separation between workplace and home has been eroded by the mobile phone and the Internet. From drowsiness at the wheel, to stress and insomnia, this is a subject that matters to people. Jim Horne gives an engaging account of what science has found out about sleep, and problems related to sleep - from snoring to sleep apnoea. He brings in brain physiology, psychology, medicine, and social factors. The book highlights recent research and Horne does not shy away from areas of controversy, for instance regarding the amount of sleep we actually need. As a result, it is likely to provoke lively debate among sleep researchers, as well as fascinating the general reader. As well as being richly informative about the nature of sleep, this book may just help you to get a good night's rest.

Author : Michael S. Aronoff
Publisher : Springer
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781489960566

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Sleep and Its Secrets by Michael S. Aronoff Pdf

Author : Guy Leschziner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020-01-09
Category : Sleep disorders
ISBN : 147117638X

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The Secret World of Sleep by Guy Leschziner Pdf

'With my job on Today, I have become obsessed with sleep. The Secret World of Sleep interweaves bizarre real life stories with cutting edge neurological science in the true tradition of Oliver Sacks. A fascinating read.' Martha Kearney, BBC Radio 4 'Casebooks of neurological disorders are often strange and wonderful, but this one is special.' Sunday Times 'The Secret World of Sleep will not promise to cure your insomnia, but it does make for an entertaining and thought-provoking bedtime read.' The Guardian For Guy Leschziner's patients, there is no rest for the weary in mind and body. Insomnia, narcolepsy, night terrors, apnoea and sleepwalking are just a sample of the conditions afflicting sufferers who cannot sleep - and their experiences in trying to are the stuff of nightmares. Demonic hallucinations frighten people into paralysis. Restless legs rock both the sleepless and their sleeping partners with unpredictable and uncontrollable kicking. Out-of-sync circadian rhythms confuse the natural body clock's days and nights. Then there are the extreme cases. A woman in a state of deep sleep who gets dressed, unlocks her car and drives for several miles before returning to bed. The man who has spent decades cleaning out kitchens while 'sleep-eating'. The teenager prone to the serious, yet unfortunately nicknamed, Sleeping Beauty Syndrome, stuck in a cycle of excessive unconsciousness, binge-eating and uncharacteristic displays of aggression and hypersexuality while awake. With compassionate stories of his patients and their conditions, Leschziner illustrates the neuroscience behind our sleeping minds, revealing the many biological and psychological factors necessary in getting the rest that will not only maintain our physical and mental health, but also improve our cognitive abilities and overall happiness.

Author : Matthew Walker
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2017-10-03
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781501144318

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Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker Pdf

"Sleep is one of the most important but least understood aspects of our life, wellness, and longevity ... An explosion of scientific discoveries in the last twenty years has shed new light on this fundamental aspect of our lives. Now ... neuroscientist and sleep expert Matthew Walker gives us a new understanding of the vital importance of sleep and dreaming"--Amazon.com.

Author : Dr. D. K. Olukoya
Publisher : Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2013-11-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789789200634

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The Mystery of Sleep by Dr. D. K. Olukoya Pdf

The Mystery of Sleep The most convenient time for the sworn enemy of mankind to launch his attack is the time of sleep. The devil operates freely when men are asleep spiritually and physically. Most of the stubborn and deep-rooted problems in the lives of many were programmed or deposited during sleep. How do you prevent or recover from these deadly attacks? Read on to find out!

Author : Sidarta Ribeiro,Daniel Hahn
Publisher : Pantheon
Page : 487 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2021-08-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781524746919

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The Oracle of Night by Sidarta Ribeiro,Daniel Hahn Pdf

A groundbreaking history of the human mind told through our experience of dreams—from the earliest accounts to current scientific findings—and their essential role in the formation of who we are and the world we have made. "A resounding case for the mystery, beauty and cognitive importance of dreams." —The New York Times What is a dream? Why do we dream? How do our bodies and minds use them? These questions are the starting point for this unprecedented study of the role and significance of this phenomenon. An inves­tigation on a grand scale, it encompasses literature, anthropology, religion, and science, articulating the essential place dreams occupy in human culture and how they functioned as the catalyst that compelled us to transform our earthly habitat into a human world. From the earliest cave paintings—where Sidarta Ribeiro locates a key to humankind’s first dreams and how they contributed to our capacity to perceive past and future and our ability to conceive of the existence of souls and spirits—to today’s cutting-edge scientific research, Ribeiro arrives at revolutionary conclusions about the role of dreams in human existence and evolution. He explores the advances that contempo­rary neuroscience, biochemistry, and psychology have made into the connections between sleep, dreams, and learning. He explains what dreams have taught us about the neural basis of memory and the transfor­mation of memory in recall. And he makes clear that the earliest insight into dreams as oracular has been elucidated by contemporary research. Accessible, authoritative, and fascinating, The Oracle of Night gives us a wholly new way to under­stand this most basic of human experiences.