Thursday, May 7, 2009

Sleep!


Sleeping is a crucial problem in our lives. It can lead to serious consequences if one does not sleep well. However, many people do not get the right amount of sleep, as in our society, sleep seems like a luxury, not a need. But this is simply not true.


Many of us want to sleep as little as possible; university students are mainly affected by this problem… They tend to think that it is more important to have a party instead of having a rest, and they believe night is the appropriate time for learning. To be honest, this is what I do… Nevertheless, it has to be emphasized that sleep is not a waste of time.


There are many negative effects (such as depression, feeling moody or irritated), and most of them are very well-known. The problem is that these harmful effects can not only be connected to the nervous system (which is a big trouble in itself). If we do not sleep enough, our immune system becomes weak, and we are more likely to get an infection or a disease. In addition, many hormones are released during sleep. Furthermore, people are more likely to put on fat if they do not get the right amount of sleep.


Well, try the Sheep Dash test…


http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/humanbody/sleep/sheep


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