Alcohol use and sleep
Alcohol use and sleep
Alcohol use and sleep refers to the impact of alcohol consumption on the quality and duration of sleep. The pronunciation of the term is /ˈælkəhɒl juːz ænd sliːp/. The etymology of the term is derived from the Latin word "alcohol" meaning "spirit of wine" and the Old English word "slæp" meaning "sleep".
Definition
Alcohol use and sleep is a topic of study in sleep medicine and psychology, focusing on how the consumption of alcohol affects sleep patterns and quality. Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant that causes drowsiness and promotes sleep. However, it also disrupts the normal sleep cycle, leading to poor quality sleep.
Effects of Alcohol on Sleep
Alcohol can help induce sleep but it also disrupts the normal sleep cycle, particularly the Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep, which is crucial for memory and learning. This disruption can lead to daytime fatigue and sleepiness, even after a full night's sleep.
Related Terms
- Sleep deprivation: A condition that occurs if you don't get enough sleep.
- Insomnia: A sleep disorder that is characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep.
- Sleep apnea: A serious sleep disorder that occurs when a person's breathing is interrupted during sleep.
- Circadian rhythm: The body's internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle, repeating roughly every 24 hours.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alcohol use and sleep
- Wikipedia's article - Alcohol use and sleep
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