key people/
case study
case study
who attempted to stay awake for 11 days
randy gardner
how does sleep deprivation affect mood
mood worsens, more irritable, less patient, less positive
what happens to reaction time when you are sleep deprived
reaction time slows
when did randy start halluciating
day 4
who monitored randy during the experiment
doc william dement
What part of the brain is strongly affected by sleep deprivation
The limbic system
what happens after about 24 hours without sleep
Cognitive performance drops to a level similar to being legally intoxicated.
when tired how much more likely are you to remember negative exeriences
2.5x
why are experiments like randy garnders' are no longer allowed
Because they pose serious ethical risks to participants, including potential long-term brain and health damage.
What is a common reason people lack motivation
being tired