For years, napping has been derided as a sign of laziness. We are "caught" napping or "found asleep at the switch". But lately it has garnered new respect, thanks to scientific evidence that midday dozing benefits both mental acuity and overall health. A slew of recent studies have shown that naps boost alertness, creativity, mood, and productivity in the later hours of the day. A nap of 60 minutes improves alertness for up to 10 hours.
The Expert's Guide To Napping
The Huffington Post News Editors, Huffington Post
Wed, 01/28/2009 - 10:08am
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Topics: health mental health nap sleep
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