Biopsychology Motivation and internal regulation: why do we need sleep? what is it for?

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why do we need sleep? what is it for?

Miaad4 · Accepted Answer

to strengthen memories - weed out pointless connections
sleep overall improves memory
anti-depressant drugs (MAO inhibitors) reduce REM and people have memory problems

Biopsychology Motivation and internal regulation

Why do we need sleep? what is it for?

To strengthen memories - weed out pointless connections sleep overall improves memory anti-depressant drugs (MAO inhibitors) reduce REM and people have memory problems

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