Sleep: Fresh Take

  • Explain circadian rhythms and how they can be disrupted
  • Describe the brain structures and hormones involved in sleep
  • Describe theories about the function of sleep
  • Understand the difference between REM and non-REM sleep
  • Describe the stages of sleep
  • Compare and contrast theories about why we dream

Circadian Rhythms

Watch this video to learn about our bodies circadian rhythm:

 

You can view the transcript for “Circadian Rhythm and Your Brain’s Clock” here (opens in new window).

Sleep and Dreams

Review the purpose and stages of sleep as well as the reasons why we dream in the following CrashCourse video:

 

You can view the transcript for “To Sleep, Perchance to Dream: Crash Course Psychology #9” here (opens in new window).