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 That Weekend Rest Isn’t HelpingPosted on Jan 13, 2010
Our culture tends to reward multitasking, sleep-deprived go-getters, but a new study confirms that catching up on sleep over the weekend just doesn’t work. After weeks of less than seven to nine hours a night, “banking” a long stretch on your days off isn’t going to repair your memory, immune system or ability to drive a car. As The Associated Press explains: “The well-rested can catch up from the occasional all-nighter fairly easily. But as the study wore on and the volunteers became more sleep-deprived, the rejuvenation they felt each time they awoke increasingly proved a facade, [Dr. Daniel] Cohen reported Wednesday in the journal Science Translational Medicine.” OK, we get it. Human beings need loads of sleep. So how are we supposed to square that with the research that says our sedentary lifestyles are killing us? Should we sleep half the day, then—if we have a white-collar job—spend our on-the-job hours working from a treadmill? Come on, science. This isn’t helping us live better—it’s just a guilt trip. —PZS Advertisement Previous item: Haiti Death Toll Could Figure in Hundreds of Thousands Next item: Reich Urges Obama to ‘Take On Wall Street’ New and Improved CommentsIf you have trouble leaving a comment, review this help page. Still having problems? Let us know. If you find yourself moderated, take a moment to review our comment policy. |
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By William Palazzo, January 14, 2010 at 10:59 am Link to this comment
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The only helpful article on sleep I’ve read (in the dentist’s office) in a men’s magazine was that the R.E.M. cycle runs 90 minutes, so you can plan your sleep around 90 minute cycles when possible. In other words, sleep for 3 hours, 4 and a half, 6 hours, 7 and a half, etc. This article reminded me to research the sleep cycle idea further.
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By Hulk2008, January 14, 2010 at 8:13 am Link to this comment
Sleep requirements are VERY individualistic and have a great deal to do with the quality of sleep itself. Some people do get along well with less while others need more.
Report thisAny parent of a teenager can attest to the fact that earthquakes and high explosives can barely interrupt a teen’s 12+ hour “nap”.
By Russian Paul, January 13, 2010 at 10:22 pm Link to this comment
Uh. Sleeping more than 8 hours is actually unhealthy. An average of 6:30-7:30 is
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By sook81, January 13, 2010 at 7:00 pm Link to this comment
Yeah, no kidding. Give me a 28-hr. day, and I’ll get the sleep they tell me
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