Night Owls and Early Birds
eBook - ePub

Night Owls and Early Birds

Rhythms of Life on a Rotating Planet

  1. 164 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Night Owls and Early Birds

Rhythms of Life on a Rotating Planet

About this book

Explore the fascinating world of biological time and its impact on our lives.

Night Owls and Early Birds delves into the science of chronobiology, revealing how Earth's rotation shapes the rhythms of life for humans and other animals. Philippa Gander explores the intricate connections between our internal clocks and the external environment, shedding light on sleep, health, and well-being.

Discover how modern lifestyles disrupt our natural rhythms and what we can do to mitigate the negative effects. This insightful exploration offers a path to:

  • Understand the science of sleep and circadian rhythms
  • Improve your sleep patterns and overall health
  • Manage the challenges of shift work and jet lag

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of biological time and optimize your life in sync with the planet? Perfect for science enthusiasts, health-conscious individuals, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the rhythms that govern us.

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Information

Publisher
Auckland University Press
Year
2023
Topic
Psychology
eBook ISBN
9781776711024
Subtopic
Biology
Index
Psychology

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Contents
  5. Preface
  6. Introduction
  7. Chapter One. Living in Earth’s Geophysical Cycles
  8. Chapter Two. How Our Bodies Keep Time across the Day/Night Cycle
  9. Chapter Three. Sleep – How We Know What We Know
  10. Chapter Four. Sleep – Why We Need It
  11. Chapter Five. Circadian Biology versus 24/7 Living
  12. Chapter Six. Our Home Planet
  13. Glossary
  14. References
  15. About the Author

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