PSOM 105 - Introduction to Sleep and Wake

3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
Introduction to the basics of sleep, sleep as a profession, and its relevance to other health professions. The course is designed to attract interest to the field and provides knowledge and skills that can be applied to optimize sleep quality. Topics include: concepts of REM and NREM sleep, sleep regulation, common sleep disorders, sleep hygiene, and sleep and aging.