Sleep Banking and Tracking: Myths and Realities

This chapter explores the intricacies of sleep extension studies and the concept of sleep banking, revealing the challenges of accumulating sleep before periods of deprivation. It emphasizes the importance of natural sleep signals and the limitations of sleep-tracking devices, highlighting the potential pitfalls of obsessing over sleep metrics. Additionally, the chapter underscores the significance of aligning sleep routines with circadian rhythms and personal well-being rather than solely focusing on quantitative data.

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