Sleep and the Brain: How Rest Supports Learning, Memory, and Health Across All Ages
Although we may be asleep, our brains are still very much at work, consolidating information learned during the day, clearing out waste, and healing the body through the release of growth hormones. In this talk Dr.Gina Poe breaks down the functions of the various stages of sleep from REM to deep sleep and what that means for children with ADHD, elderly people, athletes, and those experiencing sleep disorders. Check out the lecture to learn more about optimizing your sleep and why melatonin is such an important hormone for sleep quality.
Dr. Gina Poe has researched the science behind sleep for over thirty years. Her lab investigates how sleep supports the consolidation of learning and memory. Her research has informed our understanding of memory difficulties and sleep difficulties in diseases like Schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s disease.
For more on sleep and student health, check out her recent paper The Negative Effects of Travel on Student Athletes Through Sleep and Circadian Disruption.
