- A genetic mutation explains why “natural short sleepers” only need 4 to 6 hours of sleep. In a human and mouse study, a mutation in ADRB1 was shown to affect wakefulness and REM sleep, causing short sleep without negative effects. https://www.inverse.com/article/58846-natural-short-sleepers-have-mutated-genes 767 comments science
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- Brain Scans Reveal Why "Night Owls" Have It Rough in a 9-to-5 Society https://www.inverse.com/article/53324-night-owls-morning-larks-study 4364 comments
- When Should I Exercise? Scientist Finds Best Timing To Boost Alertness https://www.inverse.com/article/53416-exercise-effects-on-circadian-rhythms 4 comments
- How Much Sleep Do I Need? | CDC https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/about_sleep/how_much_sleep.html 0 comments
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