Naps (brief sleeps) are a global and highly prevalent phenomenon, thus warranting
consideration for their effects on cognitive functioning. Naps can reduce sleepiness and …

Daytime napping is a frequent habit of many individuals, whether healthy or not, and may
occur in a wide variety of contexts. There are several reasons for napping in the human …

The aim of the study was to investigate the recuperative value of brief and ultra‐brief naps
following nocturnal sleep restriction. Sixteen young adult healthy sleepers participated in a …

Naps are increasingly considered a means to boost cognitive performance. We quantified
the cognitive effects of napping in 60 samples from 54 studies. 52 samples evaluated …

Abstract Study Objectives: The purposes of this study were to compare the benefits of
different length naps relative to no nap and to analyze the electroencephalographic …

Abstract Study Objectives: The purpose was to remedy the lack of experimental studies
directly comparing the effects of brief and long daytime naps following nocturnal sleep …

Background: Napping in the workplace is under debate, with interesting results on work
efficiency and well-being of workers. In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we aimed …

Napping benefits long-term memory formation and is a tool many individuals use to improve
daytime functioning. Despite its potential advantages, approximately 47% of people in the …

Objective: The aim of the study is to examine the effects of a 20 min nap in the mid-afternoon
on mood, performance and EEG activities. Methods: Seven young adults who had normal …

Abstract Study Objectives: The recuperative effect of a nap of less than 30 minutes has been
confirmed. Such naps consist mainly of stages 1 and 2 sleep. The present study examined …