Problem
Introduction:
Physicians had believed for many years that sleep is a state of brain inactivity. In fact, research has shown that the brain remains active during sleep. There are many physiological and physical changes that occur while we sleep. Sleep is essential for us to remain healthy and is required for memory, learning, immune function, and other vital functions. It's clear that there are certain characteristics that define normal sleep. However, characteristics such as gender, culture, age, and other factors can dramatically influence normal sleep patterns.
Instructions:
Following APA 7 format, with a minimum of two sources, that incorporates all of the following:
I. Describe the elements of normal sleep architecture. This description should include a definition of "normal," a list and description of the stages of sleep, and a brief analysis of the major areas of the brain that contribute to sleep and each of their functions.
II. Explain how everyday life affects sleep in a positive way. (This lesson has looked at negative impact, not positive.) a. Some of these may include, but are not limited to, improvement in beds, temperature control, ability to create dark rooms, medications to induce sleep, etc. This is not an inclusive list.
III. Choose ONE of the following and explain how changes in this stage of life affect sleep:
i. Changes that occur with aging
ii. Changes that happen in the teen years
iii. Changes that occur with childbearing and menopause
iv. Compare infancy to school age
IV. Describe how our culture has changed to have both positive and negative influences on sleep.