Main Idea
What is the general attitude of the study about snoozing?
Snoozing has no major negative effects.
Who is the lead author of the study, and what is her profession?
Tina Sundelin, a psychologist.
Define "drowsy."
Drowsy means feeling sleepy or sluggish.
How might hitting snooze affect someone’s morning routine?
Hitting snooze may allow for a gentler wake-up process.
Why do many adults hit the snooze button in the morning?
To get a few minutes of sleep or ease waking up abruptly.
What effect does waking up from deep sleep have on people according to the study?
It can lead to a groggy feeling.
What is cortisol?
Cortisol is a hormone that helps prepare the body for the day.
If someone snoozes for two hours, what might that suggest about their sleep quality?
It may indicate poor sleep quality or a need for more rest.
What is suggested about the relationship between snoozing and feeling alert?
Snoozing may help people feel more alert.
What hormone's increase is mentioned in relation to waking up?
Cortisol.
Explain what a "night owl" is.
A night owl is someone who stays up late and wakes up later.
What can we infer about the sleep habits of night owls compared to non-snoozers?
Night owls are more likely to sleep less and feel drowsy in the morning.
How does hitting snooze impact cognitive performance according to the study?
It can improve or not affect cognitive performance after waking up.
How long do people who hit snooze typically spend sleeping after their alarm goes off?
About 22 minutes.
What does "sleep inertia" mean?
Sleep inertia is the groggy feeling from waking up during deep sleep.
Why might the study's findings not be fully reliable?
The experiment was small, and self-reported habits may be exaggerated.
What is the main finding of the study regarding hitting the snooze button?
Hitting snooze can boost cognitive performance.
What percentage of surveyed people reported hitting the snooze button at least sometimes?
69 percent.
Define "cognitive processes."
Cognitive processes are forms of knowing and awareness like reasoning and problem-solving.
Based on the study, what might be a reason for future research into snoozing habits?
The findings may open doors for future research into snoozing habits.