The Stanford Sleep Book by William C. Dement (2006-05-04) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1495119467 ISBN 13: 9781495119460

Synopsis

The Stanford Sleep Book has been the core textbook of the Stanford Sleep and Dreams course since 1980, but wasn't made available to the wider public until just recently. This text is written by Dr. William Dement, the pioneering father of sleep medicine, founder of the world's first sleep disorders center, and professor of Stanford Sleep and Dreams for over 45 years. Dr. Dement has made it his life's mission to educate the public about sleep, and this text is filled with in-depth information of the subjects he considers to be most vital. Learn about fundamental discoveries and the knowledge accumulated since the field's inception half a century ago straight from the scientist who made the breakthroughs. From the homeostatic mechanisms that control our sleepiness and alertness, to sleep disorders, dreaming, and the impact this all has on both our everyday lives and society at large, this text has everything you need to make yourself one of the most educated persons about sleep in the world.

About this edition

• Publication date: 1846
• ISBN 10: 1495119467
• ISBN 13: 9781495119460
• Binding: Paperback