More or Less: Behind the Stats

WS MoreOrLess: Sleeping: the 8-hour myth

Feb 21, 2015
Debunking the myth of needing 8 hours of sleep and exploring health implications. Research shows optimal sleep at 7 hours with risks of oversleeping. Conflicting views on impact of short and long sleep durations on health. Significance of 7 hours of sleep for feeling rested and energetic, and its implications on health outcomes.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
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Revealing the Myth of 8-Hour Sleep and Its Impact on Health
01:30 • 3min
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Contrasting Perspectives on Sleep Duration and Health
04:29 • 4min
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Exploring the Significance of Seven Hours of Sleep for Adults
08:39 • 2min