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Introduction to Sleep and Rest (PSOM 1000)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
3
Description:
This course introduces you to the basic human need of sleep and rest. You will learn about the importance of sleep and rest for a healthy life, sleep cycles, the history of sleep and common sleep disorders. You will be introduced to the field of sleep science and its relevance to other health professions. This course is open to the public as a health elective and is also a required course in the Polysomnography Technology A.A.S. program.
Topical Outline:
1. Influence of sleep on health and behavior
2. Sleep-wake patterns, sleep stages and circadian rhythms across the lifespan
3. Principles of good sleep hygiene
4. Common sleep disorders and the consequences of sleep deprivation
5. Personal sleep and dream diaries
6. Socio-cultural influences on sleep and the history of sleep sciences
Learning Outcomes:
1. Explain the influence of sleep on health and behavior
2. Describe sleep-wake patterns, sleep stages and circadian rhythms across the lifespan
3. Apply principles of good sleep hygiene
4. Recognize common sleep disorders and the consequences of sleep deprivation
5. Analyze personal sleep and dream diaries
6. Summarize socio-cultural influences on sleep and the history of sleep sciences
Prerequisites:
Placement into
READ 0200 or
ESOL 0052 or completion of
READ 0100 or
ESOL 0042