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Why We Sleep

The New Science of Sleep and Dreams
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Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker explores the vital importance of sleep for our health and well-being. It examines the benefits of good sleep and the consequences of its absence, offering scientific insights and practical advice to improve our sleep habits.
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about the science behind sleep and its impact on health, mood, and cognitive function. It's an engaging read that offers practical advice on how to improve your sleep habits and understand the critical role sleep plays in your overall well-being.

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Why We Sleep

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Why We Sleep by Professor Matthew Walker is a groundbreaking exploration into the vital need for sleep, a natural process that's increasingly neglected in our modern society. This phenomenal bestseller, now available in paperback, is revolutionising our understanding of sleep and its crucial role in our health and longevity.

Drawing on twenty years of pioneering research, Professor Walker delves into the intricacies of why sleep matters and how it impacts every facet of our lives. In this seminal work, he investigates the profound link between sleep deficiency and major diseases prevalent in the developed world, including Alzheimer's, cancer, obesity, and diabetes.

Through an engaging narrative, the author takes readers on a journey across the animal kingdom and presents major human studies to unravel the mystery of sleep. Why We Sleep offers an in-depth look at what happens in our brains and bodies during various stages of sleep and dreaming. Walker meticulously examines how substances like caffeine and alcohol disrupt our sleep patterns and explores why these patterns change as we age.

With meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Walker transforms our appreciation of sleep from a mundane routine into an extraordinary phenomenon that safeguards our very existence. From the evolutionary purpose of sleep to its significant role in enhancing memory, creativity, and emotional balance, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their quality of life.

By blending hard science with accessible writing, Why We Sleep equips readers with the knowledge to understand the critical importance of getting a good night's sleep. It's not just a matter of feeling rested, but a fundamental requirement for our mental and physical well-being. This book is an essential resource for readers interested in health, science, and self-improvement, providing practical insights and transformative facts about the importance of sleep.

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Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker is highly reviewed as a compelling, important, and fascinating book that reveals the transformative power of sleep. It has left strong impressions on readers by demonstrating how good sleep positively influences various aspects of life, including intelligence, attractiveness, and health. The book is richly packed with science, making it both convincing and eye-opening.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141983769

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 January 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 279g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Matthew Walker's fascination with sleep has taken him from Nottingham to Harvard and on to the University of California, Berkeley, where he is currently Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology and Director of the Sleep and Neuroimaging Laboratory. He has published over 100 scientific research studies during the course of his twenty-year career. Why We Sleep is his first book.

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