The Promise of Sleep: A Pioneer in Sleep Medicine Explores the Vital Connection Between Health, Happiness, and a Good Night's...

The Promise of Sleep: A Pioneer in Sleep Medicine Explores the Vital Connection Between Health, Happiness, and a Good Night's...
ISBN-10
0440509017
ISBN-13
9780440509011
Series
The Promise of Sleep
Category
Health & Fitness
Pages
556
Language
English
Published
2000
Publisher
Dell
Author
William C. Dement

Description

Discusses the essential benefits of sleep by revealing what occurs during sleep, presents seven principles of healthy and productive sleep, and offers advice on treating sleep disorders.

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