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How Long Should We Sleep? And When?

How Long Should We Sleep? And When?

Update: 2025-10-15
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Insufficient sleep is an epidemic in modern life. But how long should we optimally sleep? Is biphasic sleep healthy? This podcast addresses issues of optimal length and timing of sleep and the consequences of sleep deprivation.

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How Long Should We Sleep? And When?

How Long Should We Sleep? And When?

Michael H. Silber, M.B., Ch.B.