Human sleep and cognition
Subtitle: Clinical and applied research
By: edited by Hans P.A. van Dongen, Gerard A. Kerkhof
Edition: 1st ed.
Series: Progress in brain research -- 190; Progress in brain research -- 190.
Publisher: Elsevier
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Amsterdam; Boston
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] /
Number of pages: 211
ISBN-13: 9780444538185; 9780444538178
Subjects: Circadian rhythms; Sleep disorders; HEALTH & FITNESS; Sleep deprivation; Circadian Rhythm; Sleep Disorders; Cognition; Sleep-wake cycle; Sleep; Science; Natural history; Performance; Physiology; Sleep & Sleep Disorders
Description: There is a critical, bidirectional relationship between sleep and cognition, yet the literature in this area is scattered and it is surprisingly difficult to find a comprehensive overview of the basic principles, latest discoveries, and outstanding challenges. This issue of Progress in Brain Research is spilt over 2 volumes bringing together cutting-edge research on the topic in the basic, clinical and applied sciences. The 2 volumes review current knowledge and understanding, provide a starting point for researchers and practitioners entering the field, and build a platform for further re.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.

Print version record.
Table of contents: title: Front Cover; Human Sleep and Cognition Part II: Clinical and Applied Research; Copyright; Contributors; Dedication; Preface; Contents; Section I: Sleep disorders and cognitive functioning; Section II: Cognitive effects of clinical interventions in sleep and wakefulness; Section III: Sleep and cognition in real-world settings; Subject Index; Other Volumes in Progress in Brain Research.