Are Naps Good for You? | How to Nap | Should you take a nap?

Do you ever take naps? In this video, we’ll look at whether naps are good for you, the pros and cons of napping and how to take a nap.

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Timestamps:
0:41 - Different Kinds of Naps
0:44 - Recovery Nap
0:58 - Prophylactic Nap
1:12 - Appetitive Nap for Enjoyment
1:21 - Essential Nap
1:46 - Sleep Drive
2:31 - Napping Reduces Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
2:39 - Napping Improves Cognition
2:59 - Napping Improves Memory & Motor Skills
3:17 - Napping Reduces Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
3:16 - Napping Improves Emotional Regulation
3:48 - How to take naps effectively
3:51 - Tip 1: Avoid long naps
4:12 - Tip 2: Schedule it
4:24 - Tip 3: Be Intentional
4:46 - Tip 4: Create a relaxing environment
4:54 - Tip 5: Don't nap after 3pm

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