Polyphasic Sleep

What is polyphasic sleeping and why is it receiving more and more web space to discuss it? Is it safe? Why do so many people give up? Why aren't doctors studying this more fully?

This site is going to look at polyphasic sleep from all angles. I hope to provide a clear, concise, and neutral resource for anyone interested in polyphasia. Also, I'm going to keep a running list of big questions that need to be answered, both anectodally and scientifically.

To start, please read Steve Pavlina's starter page. Out of everything I've read, Steve manages to sum up the idea without being too optimistic or too sceptical. Following that, Wikipedia has a developing article that can give a better idea what is meant by a strict 6x(20-220) polyphasic schedule, more links, and the start of a literature review.

Please read through my glossary and list of polyphasic sleep schedules to get an idea where I'm headed.

Benefits and Hazards

Related Research

Related to polyphasia is Tribal Behavior, in which you're using a different time zone to schedule your life.

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DISCLAIMER

This information is provided as-is. I am not a doctor nor have I formally studied any related fields (medicine or psychology). You are 100% responsible for any actions you take as a result of reading these pages. It is highly reccommended to follow bibliography links to read the original sources, and form your own opinions regarding the research and anectodal evidence.

Elective polyphasia involves forcing yourself into a sleep-deprived state, which could have both short- and long-term health side effects. Please consult your doctor about your current medical condition as it relates to this information.

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