12 Questions
What is the recommended amount of sleep for most adults each night?
7 hours
Which is the most common sleep disorder mentioned in the text?
Insomnia
Do adults need less sleep as they get older?
No, they need the same amount of sleep
What can benefit you if you have one bad night's sleep according to the text?
Both a nap and sleeping longer
What activity is suggested before bedtime to improve the odds of a good night’s sleep?
Reading a book
What can help many people with insomnia get better sleep, according to the text?
Cognitive behavioral therapy
What did Dr. Maiken Nedergaard discover about the brain during sleep?
The brain has a drainage system that removes toxins during sleep.
What health benefits are associated with good quality sleep?
All of the above.
Why does Dr. Kenneth Wright, Jr. compare the brain's function during sleep to that of a kidney?
To explain the similarities in the way both organs detoxify the body.
What are the three major components of healthy sleep according to Dr. Marishka Brown?
Sleep duration, sleep quality, consistent sleep schedule
How does lack of quality sleep impact health according to the text?
Increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.
What is described as one of the functions of the brain during sleep?
Brain uses sleep as a time for repair and toxin removal.
Learn about the importance of good sleep for overall health and well-being. Understand how sleep impacts brain performance, mood, and the risk of various diseases and disorders. Get insights from Dr. Marishka Brown, a sleep expert.
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