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Course

Sleep for Optimal Brain Health

Self-paced
1 credit

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Description

This training focuses on the critical relationship between sleep, circadian rhythms, and overall health, particularly in preventing neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Participants will explore how sleep impacts brain function, the role of the suprachiasmatic nucleus as the body's master clock, and the bidirectional relationship between sleep disruption and brain health.

Target Audience

Healthcare professionals, neuroscientists, sleep researchers, and individuals interested in understanding the role of sleep in health and disease prevention.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Explain the role of circadian rhythms and the suprachiasmatic nucleus in regulating body functions.
  2. Describe the significance of slow-wave sleep in clearing toxic substances from the brain.
  3. Identify risks associated with disrupted sleep and circadian rhythms, including neurodegenerative diseases.
  4. Evaluate potential interventions, such as light therapy and acoustic stimulation, for improving sleep quality in older adults.

 

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