The Power of Sleep
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The Power of Sleep
The Power of SleepEmily Carrier
What is sleep?Reduced or absence of consciousnessInactivity of voluntary musclesNervous system isnt active
Importance of SleepLearning and MemoryCommits new information to memory Metabolism and weightSleep deprivation causes weight gainSafetyFalling asleep while drivingMoodIrritability, impatienceCardiovascular healthSleep loss results in irritabilityDiseaseAlters immune function
Common Sleep DisordersSleep Apnea
Nightmares
Narcolepsy
Insomnia
5Sleep CyclesNon Rapid Eye Movement (NREM)Quiet SleepRapid Eye Movement (REM)Active Sleep
Sometimes you love something so much you just wake up!http://youtu.be/3caA5A-bYDc
Is Too Much Sleep Bad?Yes, oversleeping can causeDiabetesHeart DiseaseDepressionObesityHeadachesDont Forget!Sleep is enjoyable!You need it for your overall wellbeingToo much of sleep can be harmful to your healthEnjoy it while you can!
Resourceshttp://www.health.harvard.edu/press_releases/importance_of_sleep_and_healthhttp://www.sleepfoundation.org/article/how-sleep-works/how-much-sleep-do-we-really-needhttp://www.sleepfoundation.org/articles/sleep-disordershttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleephttp://psychology.about.com/od/statesofconsciousness/a/SleepStages.htmhttp://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/physical-side-effects-oversleeping10