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Sleep is vital to the way we learn, remember and forget, to how we feel about family and partners, our wellbeing, and our mental and physical health. It is essential for life itself. In Nodding Off, renowned sleep researcher Alice Gregory explores every aspect of sleep, from the different stages of sleep and how our sleeping patterns change throughout our lives, to what happens when things go wrong and getting some shut-eye becomes more of a trial than a pleasure.
Using cutting-edge findings in the field, Gregory tackles the big questions, such as:
- How do things that happen before we are even born affect our sleep?
- What sleep problems should raise a red flag in children?
- How do genes influence the way we sleep?
- What are the consequences of sleep problems in the elderly?
- Why are scientists turning to sleep disorders such as sleep paralysis to try to understand paranormal experiences?
Most of us spend a large portion of our lives asleep without ever thinking about why we do this. Nodding Off lifts the lid on this mysterious and universal past time. It examines all of the biggest sleep secrets, and Professor Gregory provides solutions to some of the common sleep problems that people suffer throughout their lives.
Published | Aug 14 2018 |
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Format | Hardback |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 304 |
ISBN | 9781472946188 |
Imprint | Bloomsbury Sigma |
Dimensions | 9 x 5 inches |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
While extolling the virtues of sleep and its fundamental importance to our health, Gregory reveals some interesting tidbits.
Science
Nodding Off is a well paced and engaging read.
Chemistry World
A revealing new book [...] covers every aspect of sleep [...] For those who have insomnia, this book may help, since knowledge is power.
The Scotsman
Professor Alice Gregory [...] has proved that sleep science, far from being an exhausted topic, is an endlessly fascinating rabbit hole of surprising facts, discoveries and counter-intuitions.
Sleep Junkies
Shares real life stories as well as insightful discussions with other sleep experts to answer key questions on all things sleep and sleeplessness.
OM Yoga and Lifestyle
Alice Gregory has written an engaging and accessible book that guides the reader through sleep-related issues from birth until old age. This is no dry academic tome but instead a lively tour of all aspects of sleep from an expert in the field. Highly recommended!
Chris French, Professor of Psychology and Head of the Anomalistic Psychology Research Unit, Goldsmiths, University of London
This book is available on Bloomsbury Collections where your library has access.
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