Freakonomics Radio 468. Nap Time for Everyone!
Jul 8, 2021
Join economist Frank Schilbach from MIT as he shares insights from a groundbreaking sleep study in Chennai, India. Discover why napping could be the key to unlocking productivity and well-being. Schilbach discusses the surprising link between sleep deprivation and creativity, and challenges the stigma around afternoon naps. He also highlights the importance of sleep management in high-stress jobs like law enforcement. Get ready to rethink your relationship with sleep – a nap revolution might just be on the horizon!
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Importance of Sleep Data
- Sleep is crucial, occupying one-third of our lives.
- Despite its importance, quality sleep data is scarce, hindering research on sleep and its impact.
Chennai Sleep Experiment
- A sleep experiment in Chennai, India, explored sleep's impact on productivity.
- The study also looked at napping's potential, surprisingly finding positive results.
Sleep in Different Professions
- Professions vary in sleep prioritization, with shift length and culture playing key roles.
- Longer shifts often mean more attention to sleep, and some fields stigmatize fatigue.