Sleep
Welcome to bambooh & You's Neuroscience for Parenting, where we take a deep dive into Sleep.
Simply put, there's a lot at stake when it comes to sleep so what are you waiting for? Sleep is the cornerstone of all aspects of our wellbeing. From physical and mental health to daily behavior and cognitive function, your sleep quality directly influences how you feel, think, and act. Dive into our Neuroscience for Parenting playlist as we explore how the brain recognises it's time to sleep and how deviating from a routine sleep pattern can impact your child's development, wellbeing, and future life outcomes.
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Video 1 | Growth hormone
Join us in exploring the fascinating world of sleep and its impact on your child's growth and development. Contrary to popular belief, the brain is highly active during sleep, performing critical maintenance and growth tasks. Discover the four stages of sleep, including the vital REM and deep sle...
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Video 2 | Seeing is not believing
In this video we explore the incredible relationship between our eyes and brain, shedding light on how this connection influences sleep patterns and overall health. Discover how the eyes, originating from the same tissue as the brain, play a crucial role in our circadian rhythms and melatonin pro...
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Vimeo 3 | Setting the cycle
Discover the crucial role of sunlight in regulating our internal body clocks and promoting overall health in this episode. Learn how the 24-hour day/night cycle, tightly linked to Earth's rotation, impacts our circadian rhythms and why maintaining a consistent schedule is vital for you and your c...
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Video 4 | Not a light mood
In this video, we delve into the intricate relationship between sleep, light exposure, and brain chemistry, emphasising the profound impact these factors have on our emotions and mood. Starting with an overview of key neurochemicals, we explore the roles of excitatory neurotransmitters such as no...
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Video 5 | Sleep and devices (part 1)
In this video, we explore the challenges new parents face with mobile devices and their impact on children's well-being. We delve into how LED screen light and engaging content can affect sleep and behavior, highlighting the science behind blue light's interference with melatonin production and t...
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Video 6 | Sleep and devices (part 2)
In this video, we dive into how the size of the screen on mobile devices can impact your child’s brain and behaviour. We explore the differences between central and peripheral vision, highlighting how small screens can lead to high levels of excitatory neurochemicals like dopamine and norepinephr...
