Journal of Sleep Disorders: Treatment and CareISSN: 2325-9639

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Killgore WDS Author

killgore@mclean.harvard.edu

Subjects of specialization
Psychiatry, Psychology, Medical Imaging

Affiliation
Department of Psychiatry, University of Arizona, Social, Cognitive, and Affective Neuroscience Laboratory, USA

Biography

Dr. Killgore is a Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Medical Imaging and is the Director of the Social, Cognitive, and Affective Neuroscience (SCAN) Lab in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona College of Medicine.  He is a clinical neuropsychologist and research neuroscientist whose research focuses on understanding the brain systems involved in emotional processes and cognitive performance.  

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Lighting the Way to Better Sleep and Health

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Killgore WDS

Few of us would say we routinely get enough sleep. Typical sleep duration has reportedly declined over the past half-century or so, probably due to the myriad changes in work and lifestyle that have emerged with our increased reliance on electronic technology. This is problematic, as sleep is critical to so many of our cognitive functions and health. Sleep facilitates memory consolidation, emotional regulation, decision-making and judgment and maintains normal levels of alertness and focus throughout the day. In addition to its effects on cognitive functions, sleep is important for many aspects of physical health and brain repair. During sleep, the brain rids... view more»

DOI: 10.4172/2325-9639.1000e104

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