Sleep and Its Derangements by William A. Hammond
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"Sleep and Its Derangements" by William A. Hammond is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book explores the complexities of sleep, discussing its necessity, causes, and the physiological phenomena associated with both sleep and various sleep disorders. It aims to shed light on the interplay between sleep and mental functions, particularly within the context of medical science during its time. The opening of the work establishes sleep as
an essential biological process, emphasizing the importance of rest for the brain and nervous system for regeneration and health. Hammond provides a detailed examination of how wakefulness leads to the depletion of cerebral resources and why sleep is critical for restoring these resources. He introduces the concept of "unconscious cerebration," suggesting that even during sleep, mental activities can persist, albeit in a less effective manner. The text also foreshadows a more in-depth analysis of various sleep conditions and their implications for human health, setting the stage for the chapters that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hammond, William A. (William Alexander), 1828-1900 |
|---|---|
| Title | Sleep and Its Derangements |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QP: Science: Physiology |
| Subject | Sleep disorders |
| Subject | Sleep -- Physiological aspects |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43887 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 511 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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