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What hibernating animals can teach us about human sleep with Vladyslav Vyazovskiy

ReThinking

CHAPTER

The Complexity of Sleep: Beyond Duration

This chapter delves into the multifaceted nature of sleep, examining the importance of quality, timing, and the possible drawbacks of sleep-tracking technologies. It discusses various theories surrounding the purpose of sleep, from individual benefits to influences on ecosystems, while also challenging conventional understandings of sleep metrics. The conversation encourages a re-evaluation of societal attitudes towards sleep, highlighting the mysteries and intricacies that remain in sleep science.

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