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In the article it says: “Sleep deprivation really has opposite effects in healthy people and those with depression,” says Benedetti. If you’re healthy and you
by Synaesthesia 9y ago
In the article it says:
“Sleep deprivation really has opposite effects in healthy people and those with depression,” says Benedetti. If you’re healthy and you don’t sleep, you’ll feel in a bad mood. But if you’re depressed, it can prompt an immediate improvement in mood, and in cognitive abilities.”
- exodust 9y agoSounds like the theory relies on distraction to provoke attention away from depression. "Look at that shiny thing over there". Unfortunately the shiny thing is the effect of unhealthy sleep deprivation.