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Sleep quality is just as important as sleep quantity from "summary" of Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker

Sleep is not just a state of unconsciousness that we pass through each night. It is a complex biological process that plays a critical role in our health and well-being. One of the common misconceptions about sleep is that the quantity of sleep we get is all that matters. However, the quality of our sleep is equally important. When we talk about sleep quantity, we are referring to the number of hours we spend asleep each night. This is important because our bodies and brains need a certain amount of rest to function optimally. However, the hours we spend in bed do not always equate to the amount of restorative sleep we are getting. Quality of sleep refers to the depth and efficiency of our rest. It is during the deep stages of sleep ...
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    Why We Sleep

    Matthew Walker

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