Many people do not think about sleep at all - they go to bed when they have to, leave the lights on, do not ventilate the bedroom, and the like. And then they wonder why they feel unwell, feeling lethargic and deteriorating health. If you notice problems with your memory, and also start to get more nervous, it's time to think about whether you are getting enough sleep. Psychologist Anetta Orlova recently recalled how sleep deprivation is detrimental to mental health.
Back in the 17th century, the famous teacher Jan Amos Komensky formulated the "rule of three eights". According to him, a person should work for 8 hours, for 8 hours for personal affairs, and another 8 for a peaceful and sweet sleep. As you know, most of our fellow citizens work 8 hours a day, but many are extremely irresponsible when it comes to sleeping at night. And in vain.
Recently, the famous psychologist Anetta Orlova decided to explain what chronic lack of sleep is fraught with. As it turned out, the consequences of a seemingly insignificant thing are extremely sad.
Orlova is sure that without a good sleep there can be no good morning and a great day. Anette stressed that sleep plays a huge role in brain activity and a special one in stress management. As it turned out, sleep disorder is present in 80% of cases of depression. A very serious call, you must agree. Also, quality sleep is the prevention of Alzheimer's disease.
Regular lack of sleep, the psychologist convinces, leads to the loss of brain cells, and in this case, no sleep before lunch on the weekend will help you.
“Just one sleepless night leads to an increase in the number of two rare brain molecules NSE and S-100B, which is a sign of brain damage. Always sleep.
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Sleep almost doubles the likelihood of remembering previously forgotten information. Simply put, some memories are reinforced at night. This confirms the hypothesis: during sleep, we actively repeat information that the brain considers important. Students! Take note: you don't have to pore over your notes until dawn. The exam will be more successful if you get enough sleep.
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Going to bed early on a regular basis reduces the risk of mental illness. It is based on a mechanism that activates ultradian rhythms - cycles into which the circadian rhythm is divided (the so-called 24-hour world). These rhythms regulate body temperature, appetite, and the production of the neurotransmitter dopamine hormone."
It is dopamine that is known to be responsible for pleasure, joy, and enjoyment. An imbalance in this substance, if caused by sleep problems, can in some cases lead to the development of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Sleep is also directly related to longevity. Do you want to live long and be healthy? Open the window, turn off the lights, put away all your gadgets and go to bed.
