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In our opinion, there’s nothing better than an afternoon nap.
Taking a break in the middle of the day to recharge can seem like a waste of time to some, but now, there’s a study to prove that afternoon naps are actually beneficial to us!
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A recent study has found that taking an afternoon nap can improve an individual’s cognitive abilities.
The study by General Psychiatry found that those who frequently take naps have much better mental abilities than those who don’t.
In the study, 2,214 people over the age of 60 were studied. Half of this group comprised of people who took regular naps after lunch for between five minute to two hours, and half who did not sleep in the afternoon at all.
In Beijing’s version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, the participants’ memory, language and other cognitive abilities were tested and the study found that those who napped faired a lot better.
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“This study found that a proper nap is beneficial to the maintenance of cognitive function, so we encourage the elderly to take a proper nap,” the study concluded.
The study also pointed out that naps that turn into a deep sleep do not provide the same cognitive benefits. Those who fell asleep by accident were also found to perform the worst.
As the study involved people over the age of 60, the research noted that these findings did not necessarily mean naps are beneficial for younger people – we’re choosing to believe that it does.
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Brb, going to take a nap to improve our cognitive abilities!
Do you believe in naps or are you someone who just can’t fall asleep in the middle of the day? Let us know!
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