In Why We Sleep, Dr. Matt Walker explains how sleep can make us healthier, safer, smarter, and more productive. He provides knowledge and strategies to overcome the life-threatening risks associated with our sleep-deprived society.
What does Matthew Walker say about sleep?
Matthew Walker is on a mission to change our attitude about sleep with a book that aims to demystify what sleep is, warn us of the consequences of sleep deprivation, explain the l world of dreams, and give us practical advice on rest.
The National Sleep Foundation recommends an average of eight hours of sleep per night for adults, but sleep scientist Matthew Walker says that too many people are falling short of the mark. “Human beings are the only species that deliberately deprive themselves of sleep for no apparent gain,” Walker says.
Signs you suffer a serious lack of sleep.
- You sleep less than seven hours.
- A loud alarm always cuts your sleep short.
- You wake up feeling groggy.
- Or you wake up at random hours.
A lack of sleep may cause hypertension, diabetes, heart attacks, strokes, weight gain, and depression. Depriving yourself of a good night’s sleep, may weaken your immune system and cause you to get injured more easily. Restless nights may lead to relationship stress and lower libido.
