2013, Number 4
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Rev Fac Med UNAM 2013; 56 (4)
Sleep Neurobiology and its importance: Anthology for the university student
Carrillo-Mora P, Ramírez-Peris J, Magaña-Vázquez K
Language: Spanish
References: 33
Page: 5-15
PDF size: 231.89 Kb.
ABSTRACT
Sleep is a fascinating physiological process, only recently
some of the mysteries about its origin, physiology and biological
functions have been clarified; however, much remains
to be studied. Research on sleep biology and the clinical
consequences of sleep disorders has made clear that sleep
is a vital process for the full health of human beings. Nevertheless,
according to some studies, worldwide population
tends to reduce total sleep time, which is reflected in the
increasing incidence of sleep disorders. In this sense, young
people are particularly prone to the development of sleep
disorders, mainly due to external factors (social and environmental),
and other habits that can influence the quality
of sleep (alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, etc.). This article aims at
providing an updated review about sleep neurobiology and
related aspects of practical interest for university students,
such as: the role of sleep in learning and memory processes,
as well as the effects produced by several substances, commonly
used in this population, on the sleep process; finally
emphasizing the importance of appropriate sleep hygiene
practices for human health
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