HLTC22H3 Lecture Notes - Heart Rate Variability, Propranolol, Dementia
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There is always a connection between the mind and the body, and certain factors may contribute to a decrease in health. Stress is one of the worst because it causes damage. Example of obama and his memory lapses (thinks there are 57 states) Mental health and physiological health are not separate entities. People in north america aren"t getting enough sleep because of the use of computers and other electronics an hour before going to bed. Study showed 95% of respondents used electronics before bed. Between the ages of 13-18 most likely was video games. Reasons for this include because you are engaging in activity and the artificial lights of the overstimulates you and represses. M e laton i n, which is necessary for sleep. Dr. samuel"s said people are connect for 24 hrs a day because of electronics. 1/10 people report being woken up by txt, email , phone call etc