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Curious Minds: The Science of Sleep

5 episodes 98%4KCC

Inside every night, your brain performs a hidden, life-shaping overhaul.

Explore what happens as the brain moves through non-REM and REM sleep, from shifting brain rhythms to dream-rich memory processing. Experts reveal how sleep loss can affect judgment, mood, pain, and long-term health, making this series a smart reason to sign up and see rest in a whole new light.

Episode guide

5 episodes
1
1Sleepless Society
From sleep apnea to insufficient sleep, Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at John Hopkins University, explores the causes for sleep problems in today’s hectic society - and discusses the essential role that rest plays on our well-being.
4 min
2
2A Good Night's Sleep
What happens to the brain at night when we fall asleep? Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at John Hopkins University, walks us through the stages of REM and NON-REM sleep and explains the processes that take place at each stage during the night.
4 min
3
3Good Sleep Healthy Life
Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at John Hopkins University, examines the impact of sleep deprivation on our physical and mental health, as well as on our overall wellness.
5 min
4
4Preventing Insomnia
If you have trouble falling asleep, waking up feeling rejuvenated might be a foreign concept to you. Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at John Hopkins University, gives valuable tips for overcoming insomnia and following your body's natural signals for sleep.
3 min
5
5Drugs Vs Therapy
How can sleep disorders be treated? Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at John Hopkins University, analyses the impact of behavioral sleep therapy, and the side effects of sleep medications.
3 min
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