Dr. Evelyn Farrell

Sleep is a time when the body rests, repairs muscles, organs and cells, reinforces the immune system, and processes learning into long term memory. Not getting enough restorative sleep, can result in mental and physical impairment. It can affect the ability to cope with everyday stressors. We can become more emotionally vulnerable and impulsive. When we are sleep deprived, we are more likely to make decisions based on immediate gratification without regard for long term conse