Sleep impacts our decisionmaking and problem-solving abilities from "summary" of Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
Sleep is not a passive state of unconsciousness. While we sleep, our brains are actively engaged in a complex process of memory consolidation and information processing. This process is crucial for our decision-making and problem-solving abilities when we are awake. When we do not get enough sleep, these cognitive functions suffer, impairing our ability to make sound judgments and find effective solutions to problems.
During the rapid eye movement (REM) stage of sleep, our brains are busy organizing memories and making connections between different pieces of information. This process is essential for learning and creativity. When we cut short our REM sleep by staying up late or waking up too early, we deprive our brains of the opportunity to perform these vital tasks. As a result, our decision-making abilities become compromised, and we struggle to come up with innovative solutions to challenges.
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