Summary:
The book delves into the science of sleep disorders, drawing on the author's personal experience with narcolepsy. It explores the impact of sleep on health, the biology of sleep cycles, and the latest research in sleep science to understand what constitutes restful sleep.
Key points:
1. Sleep Cycles: Nicholls stresses the importance of non-REM and REM sleep stages for body restoration and how their disruption can cause sleep issues and poor health.
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