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Professor of Neuroscience & Biomedical Engineering, UTD, Center for BrainHealth · Sleep Scientist · Author: Why We Sleep · Podcaster · CEO Nightfall IQ

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DORAs, a new class of sleep meds, dial down wakefulness and allow more naturalistic sleep. Early studies suggest they may boost brain cleansing and reduce Alzheimer's risk by clearing beta amyloid and tau protein. #SleepMedication #Alzheimers

DORAs, a new class of sleep meds, dial down wakefulness and allow more naturalistic sleep. Early studies suggest they may boost brain cleansing and reduce Alzheimer's risk by clearing beta amyloid and tau protein. #SleepMedication #Alzheimers

2,509,766 Aufrufe • vor 6 Monaten

ADHD may be more than an attention disorder; new data suggests it's linked to mismatched circadian rhythms. A study found 78% of individuals with ADHD had delayed melatonin and cortisol release. #ADHD #CircadianRhythm

ADHD may be more than an attention disorder; new data suggests it's linked to mismatched circadian rhythms. A study found 78% of individuals with ADHD had delayed melatonin and cortisol release. #ADHD #CircadianRhythm

569,145 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten

A new study tracked cannabis use, sleep quality, and anxiety over 18 months. Initial results showed significant improvements, but long-term effects revealed tolerance, dependency, and reduced benefits. Is there a future for cannabis-based sleep aids?

A new study tracked cannabis use, sleep quality, and anxiety over 18 months. Initial results showed significant improvements, but long-term effects revealed tolerance, dependency, and reduced benefits. Is there a future for cannabis-based sleep aids?

274,591 Aufrufe • vor 8 Monaten

The "warm bath effect" shows that a hot bath (40-41°C) 90 min before bed can significantly deepen sleep. Studies show increased deep sleep duration and reduced nighttime awakenings. Core body temperature drops after the bath, triggering sleep. #SleepScience #DeepSleep

The "warm bath effect" shows that a hot bath (40-41°C) 90 min before bed can significantly deepen sleep. Studies show increased deep sleep duration and reduced nighttime awakenings. Core body temperature drops after the bath, triggering sleep. #SleepScience #DeepSleep

123,881 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten

Caffeine causes grey matter deterioration and blocks the brain's ability to recover from sleep deprivation. Be thoughtful about caffeine use when sleep-deprived! #caffeine #sleep

Caffeine causes grey matter deterioration and blocks the brain's ability to recover from sleep deprivation. Be thoughtful about caffeine use when sleep-deprived! #caffeine #sleep

96,052 Aufrufe • vor 8 Monaten

Discover five science-backed methods to enhance REM sleep. Learn how controlling light, temperature, and avoiding alcohol/THC can significantly improve sleep quality and duration. #sleepscience #remsleep

Discover five science-backed methods to enhance REM sleep. Learn how controlling light, temperature, and avoiding alcohol/THC can significantly improve sleep quality and duration. #sleepscience #remsleep

86,017 Aufrufe • vor 7 Monaten

A recent study reveals sleep deprivation is a stronger predictor of lifespan than poor diet or lack of exercise. Sleeping ≤6 hours reduces lifespan by 13%. Prioritize sleep; it's a non-negotiable biological necessity. #SleepScience #Longevity

A recent study reveals sleep deprivation is a stronger predictor of lifespan than poor diet or lack of exercise. Sleeping ≤6 hours reduces lifespan by 13%. Prioritize sleep; it's a non-negotiable biological necessity. #SleepScience #Longevity

61,263 Aufrufe • vor 5 Monaten

Binaural beats promise to fix sleep, but science shows otherwise. While soothing audio *can* improve sleep by 23% by offering a distraction, the specific effect of binaural beats is not scientifically supported. The key is gentle distraction from rumination.

Binaural beats promise to fix sleep, but science shows otherwise. While soothing audio can improve sleep by 23% by offering a distraction, the specific effect of binaural beats is not scientifically supported. The key is gentle distraction from rumination.

23,946 Aufrufe • vor 2 Monaten

Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide: In the '70s, scientists thought they'd found a sleep molecule that induced instant, deep rest. The reality of the "delta sleep-inducing peptide"? It's a wild story. You have to hear it to believe it. #SleepScience #Neuroscience

Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide: In the '70s, scientists thought they'd found a sleep molecule that induced instant, deep rest. The reality of the "delta sleep-inducing peptide"? It's a wild story. You have to hear it to believe it. #SleepScience #Neuroscience

63,053 Aufrufe • vor 9 Monaten

Deep sleep strengthens individual memories, but REM sleep remixes info and finds the big picture. Deep sleep = knowledge. REM sleep = wisdom. They're two different memory benefits working together. #SleepScience #REMsleep

Deep sleep strengthens individual memories, but REM sleep remixes info and finds the big picture. Deep sleep = knowledge. REM sleep = wisdom. They're two different memory benefits working together. #SleepScience #REMsleep

46,885 Aufrufe • vor 7 Monaten

A recent study associated melatonin with an 89% higher risk of heart failure, but this is likely an association, not causation. Poor sleep, which melatonin users often try to correct, is the real culprit. #Melatonin #HeartHealth

A recent study associated melatonin with an 89% higher risk of heart failure, but this is likely an association, not causation. Poor sleep, which melatonin users often try to correct, is the real culprit. #Melatonin #HeartHealth

29,201 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten

Deep sleep is a nightly brain cleanse, flushing out metabolic toxins like beta amyloid and tau protein—the culprits behind Alzheimer's. It's a power cleanse you can't afford to miss. @TheDiaryOfACEO

Deep sleep is a nightly brain cleanse, flushing out metabolic toxins like beta amyloid and tau protein—the culprits behind Alzheimer's. It's a power cleanse you can't afford to miss. @TheDiaryOfACEO

38,879 Aufrufe • vor 6 Monaten

A recent study indicates standard melatonin doses (2-3mg) taken shortly before bed have no impact on sleep. 4mg taken 3 hours prior shows benefits. Melatonin is ineffective for insomnia. #Melatonin #SleepScience

A recent study indicates standard melatonin doses (2-3mg) taken shortly before bed have no impact on sleep. 4mg taken 3 hours prior shows benefits. Melatonin is ineffective for insomnia. #Melatonin #SleepScience

30,879 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten

Sleep tracking data explained pt.1 😴 Time in bed ≠ sleep time. REM sleep stays stable with age (16%+), but deep sleep declines sharply. Know your numbers to optimize your rest. #SleepScience #SleepTracking

Sleep tracking data explained pt.1 😴 Time in bed ≠ sleep time. REM sleep stays stable with age (16%+), but deep sleep declines sharply. Know your numbers to optimize your rest. #SleepScience #SleepTracking

30,293 Aufrufe • vor 5 Monaten

Sleep deprivation severs the connection between the prefrontal cortex (brake) and amygdala (accelerator). Like a car with broken brakes, emotions surge irrationally. A full night's sleep is emotional first aid. #SleepScience #EmotionalHealth

Sleep deprivation severs the connection between the prefrontal cortex (brake) and amygdala (accelerator). Like a car with broken brakes, emotions surge irrationally. A full night's sleep is emotional first aid. #SleepScience #EmotionalHealth

19,964 Aufrufe • vor 3 Monaten

Excessively high levels of testosterone can decrease sleep efficiency, total sleep time, and deep sleep quality. It can also reduce REM sleep and increase the severity of sleep apnea. #testosterone #sleepapnea

Excessively high levels of testosterone can decrease sleep efficiency, total sleep time, and deep sleep quality. It can also reduce REM sleep and increase the severity of sleep apnea. #testosterone #sleepapnea

36,903 Aufrufe • vor 8 Monaten

Science says sleep—specifically REM—acts like overnight therapy. It shaves the emotional edges off painful memories, so you don't relive the visceral reaction. You remember the event, but without the sting. #SleepScience #REMsleep

Science says sleep—specifically REM—acts like overnight therapy. It shaves the emotional edges off painful memories, so you don't relive the visceral reaction. You remember the event, but without the sting. #SleepScience #REMsleep

19,279 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten

Lacking sleep can impact your sex hormones, with testosterone levels dropping by up to 15%. Conversely, women can see a 14% boost in sexual desire from just one extra hour of sleep 🛌💤 Listen to the full episode with @WendyTroxel for more insights! #SleepScience #Wellness

Lacking sleep can impact your sex hormones, with testosterone levels dropping by up to 15%. Conversely, women can see a 14% boost in sexual desire from just one extra hour of sleep 🛌💤 Listen to the full episode with @WendyTroxel for more insights! #SleepScience #Wellness

55,545 Aufrufe • vor 1 Jahr

New study shows sleep deprivation impairs brain function, reducing communication networks by 15-24%. Even more sobering, these effects can last for over 2 weeks. Prioritize sleep! #SleepScience #BrainHealth

New study shows sleep deprivation impairs brain function, reducing communication networks by 15-24%. Even more sobering, these effects can last for over 2 weeks. Prioritize sleep! #SleepScience #BrainHealth

22,764 Aufrufe • vor 6 Monaten

Waking up paralyzed and unable to speak? It's terrifying, but normal. It's REM sleep paralysis: the brain paralyzes the body during dreams. Reduce stress and get enough sleep to minimize episodes. #SleepParalysis #SleepTips

Waking up paralyzed and unable to speak? It's terrifying, but normal. It's REM sleep paralysis: the brain paralyzes the body during dreams. Reduce stress and get enough sleep to minimize episodes. #SleepParalysis #SleepTips

20,113 Aufrufe • vor 7 Monaten