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Research Shows Naps Can Boost Brain Power

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Many people feel that a nap is a wonderful way to recharge and that a properly timed nap can make or break the rest of their day. Can closing our eyes for a few minutes at our desk or curling up on the couch with a blanket really help recharge our brain? The research says yes. According to Lifehack.org, a daytime nap may improve alertness and motor performance, while also improving reasoning and reaction time. Research has shown that if you just need a quick refresh in alertness a 10 to 20-minute nap will do the trick. If you're feeling frustrated, stressed or need to remember something important, a 60-minute nap showed benefits in cognition and lowered impulsivity. For those who are overwhelmed and exhausted, a 90-minute nap enhanced creativity, emotional and procedural memory. Dr. Sara Mednick, Ph.D., believes we may get the same learning enhancement benefits in a 90-minute nap as we do in an eight hour sleep period. So go ahead and climb into bed or lay your head on your desk for a few minutes. Science says it's good for you!

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