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Why are we getting worse at sleeping, not better?

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The Light of Sleep: Circadian Rhythms Uncovered

This chapter delves into the connection between light exposure and circadian rhythms, illustrating how our internal clocks function like pendulum clocks that require precise setting. It contrasts modern sleep patterns with those of hunter-gatherer societies, revealing the complexities of ancestral sleep experiences and the lack of a concept for insomnia.

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