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Your Brain Pays Attention to Unfamiliar Voices, Even While You Sleep

Brian Owens · January 18, 2022 ·

The findings could suggest it’s possible to learn simple information while snoozing. Even when sleeping deeply you are more aware of what is going on around you than you might realize. New research suggests that the human brain is constantly monitoring its surroundings, including processing sounds, to decide if you need to wake up — […]

Heavy sleepers

Brian Owens · May 22, 2013 ·

A growing body of evidence shows that getting a good night’s sleep plays an important role in regulating the body’s metabolism. Burning the midnight oil can leave you tired and grumpy the next day, dulling your mind and slowing your reaction times. But lack of sleep has consequences beyond the brain as well, with long-term […]

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