Sleep for Dummies - Paperback

by Clete A. Kushida (Author)

Improve your health, your productivity, and your relationships--with sleep!

In a world constantly on the move, it's not surprising that more and more people aren't sleeping as much as they'd like. Sleep For Dummies helps you understand the foundations of sleep and how it impacts our everyday lives. With easy-to-understand explanations and simple strategies you can start using today, this book will help you get the most out of your sleep hours. Get science-backed advice on how to get the sleep you need and explore how prioritizing your sleep health can supercharge your life, with this fun Dummies guide.

• Learn all about sleep cycles, circadian rhythms, dreams, and the effects of sleep deprivation on your body and brain
• Get the lowdown on sleep changes across the lifespan, plus sleep disorders like insomnia, sleep apnea, and beyond
• Find out how smartwatches and other wearable sleep technology can help improve your sleep quantity and quality
• Wake up each morning feeling refreshed, thanks to tips to optimize your sleep.

Around 62% of adults worldwide feel they don't sleep well. If you're in that group--or trying to avoid getting in--Sleep For Dummies is for you. This is also a great resource for parents who want to understand their children's sleep needs, shift workers, and anyone with sleep struggles. Look no farther for practical advice to help you get the Zs you need.

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A book that will actually help you sleep

For many people, sleep is complicated. Sleep For Dummies demystifies your nightly shutdown, so that you understand the quantity and quality of sleep you need. You'll get answers to questions such as: What happens in your body and brain while you sleep? How does sleep deprivation affect your quality of life? How does sleep change as you age? Written by an eminent sleep researcher, this book shows you how to supercharge your sleep experience, so that you can feel at your best--even if you struggle with a sleep disorder such as sleep apnea or insomnia.

Inside...

• Why--and how much--people need to sleep
• The nature of sleep states and stages
• What happens when you're chronically sleep-deprived
• Sleep across the lifespan
• How to improve your sleep quality
• Sleep and the digital age
• Sleep disorders, and when to seek professional help for them

Author Biography

Clete A. Kushida, MD, PhD, is a sleep specialist, neurologist, professor, chief, and medical director at Stanford Sleep Medicine. He served as the inaugural president of the World Sleep Society, past president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and founding president of the California Sleep Society. He has authored or edited more than 300 publications and is editor-in-chief of the journal Sleep Science and Practice.