In this episode, we break down how your brain controls sleep–how it knows when to power down, what happens during each stage, and why quality rest is crucial for learning, memory, and mood.

Sources:

https://sleep.hms.harvard.edu/education-training/public-education/sleep-and-health-education-program/sleep-health-education-48

https://www.sleepfoundation.org/stages-of-sleep

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-science-of-sleep-understanding-what-happens-when-you-sleep

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/12148-sleep-basics