How long should your naps be? - Sara C. Mednick
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Your eyes get heavy and gradually close... But wait! It's only lunch time and you still have so much to do. Would taking a nap help? Or would it derail your day? Well, that depends on a few things— especially what stages of sleep the nap includes. Sara C. Mednick details the cognitive benefits of napping, and explores the optimal length and time of day for a quick snooze.
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Meet The Creators
- Educator
- Sara C. Mednick
- Director
- Qian Shi
- Narrator
- Alexandra Panzer
- Storyboard Artist
- Qian Shi
- Animator
- Qian Shi, Marie-Margaux Tsakiri-Scanatovits
