Sleep: The Science and How Much You Need
Learning objectives
- Explain the basic biology of sleep, including sleep cycles and stages.
- Identify the recommended amount of sleep for different age groups and lifestyles.
- Describe the effects of insufficient sleep on cognitive, emotional, and physical health.
- Apply strategies to assess and improve personal sleep patterns.
Course overview
Sleep isn’t just a break from your day — it’s an active, essential process that keeps your brain, body, and mood in balance. This course breaks down the science behind sleep, exploring what happens during non-REM and REM cycles and how much rest people truly need. You’ll learn to recognize your body’s signals, track your patterns, and make informed choices that support energy, focus, and long-term health.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 7 minutes
- Format: Video
- Tier: 1
- Course ID: 8414
English
Course Outline
- How Much Sleep Do You Really Need?
- Building Better Habits