Why We Sleep

Why We Sleep (2017) examines the essential role sleep plays in nearly every facet of our physical and mental well-being. Drawing on decades of scientific research, it reveals how sleep strengthens memory, supports learning, bolsters the immune system, and regulates emotions. Building on these insights, it offers thoughtful solutions that challenge modern attitudes toward rest, paving the way for a healthier and more productive future.

• Anyone skeptical about the importance of sleep
• People with insomnia
• Dreamers curious about what happens in slumberland

Matthew Walker is a renowned neuroscientist and professor of psychology and neuroscience at the University of California, Berkeley, and a leading expert in the field of sleep research. Holding a Ph.D. in neurophysiology, he has dedicated his career to unraveling the mysteries of sleep and its impact on human health and cognition, making significant contributions to our understanding of the science behind why we sleep.