1- How much Sleep do we Need? Flashcards
1
Q
What is the average length of sleep?
A
7.25 hours
2
Q
How much do short sleepers sleep?
A
Less than 6 hours
3
Q
Can normal sleepers adapt to less sleep?
A
Yes, on a long-term basis
4
Q
Why does Horne suggest that some sleep was actually dispensable?
A
Not all sleep is recovered from deprivation
5
Q
What did Lowe et al find?
A
Sleep deprivation affects a wide range of neurocognition
6
Q
What did Scullin & Bliwise find?
A
Sleep patterns in mid-life may affect cognitive decline and aging
7
Q
How much do long sleepers sleep?
A
More than 9 hours
