Sleep and Learning

The Magic that Makes Us Healthy and Smart

By (author) Gary R. Plaford

Publication date:

16 June 2009

Length of book:

124 pages

Publisher

R&L Education

Dimensions:

240x162mm
6x9"

ISBN-13: 9781607090915

The gradual and cumulative sleep deprivation that many students endure not only makes them too tired to focus well but also hampers memory consolidation and motivation. If we really want to improve school performance and graduation rates, we cannot afford to overlook something as basic and critical as sleep. Additionally, if we want to make an impact on both the physical and mental health of individuals in our society (which impacts mortality rates, health care, health insurance rates, the aging process, etc.), we need to begin by educating our youth about the relevance of sleep.

Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 The Stages of Sleep: What's It All About?
Chapter 3 Sleep and Healthy: The Immune System, Sleep Apnea, ADHD, etc.
Chapter 4 Sleep and Memory: What Is Memory and How Is It Stored?
Chapter 5 Functions of REM Sleep: REM Sleep and Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder
Chapter 6 Dreams and REM Sleep: What Are Dreams and Why Do We Have Them?
Chapter 7 The Impact of Stress on Sleep: The Four Conditions of Stress and What Happens in the Brain during Stress
Chapter 8 Managing Stress: Understanding Emotions and Brain Functioning
Chapter 9 Improving Sleep: Some Basic Techniques for Stress Reduction
Chapter 10 Specific Strategies for Improving the Quantity and Quality of Sleep: Using the Senses
Chapter 11 The How, When, and Why of Napping: Creating the Perfect Nap
Chapter 12 Sleep and Our Society: High School, Graduation Rates—Where Are We Headed?

This book has incredibly valuable information about the importance of sleep. It is practical and down to earth. It speaks to regular people. The strategies are real, and the suggestions for improving sleep for our children and ourselves are doable. Truly a must-read for parents and educators.