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Do you really need 8 hours of sleep? | Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter

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Understanding Sleep Disruption

This chapter explores how reduced physical activity can negatively impact sleep quality and the body's ability to regulate deep sleep. It highlights the importance of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in resetting sleep patterns, while addressing common misconceptions about sleep aids like melatonin. Additionally, it critiques the trend of obsessively tracking sleep, suggesting that excessive focus on sleep metrics can lead to anxiety and further disrupt the ability to rest.

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