The Neuroscience of Sleep and Dreams 2nd Edition

The Neuroscience of Sleep and Dreams, 2nd Edition by Patrick McNamara is a compelling, up-to-date guide for anyone who wants to understand the brain’s nightly work. Whether you’re a clinician, student, researcher, or curious reader, this edition translates cutting-edge sleep science into clear, practical insights—covering REM and NREM physiology, dream generation, memory consolidation, and the neural circuits that shape sleep across the lifespan.

Discoverable research and real-world relevance drive this book’s appeal. McNamara synthesizes recent findings from cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging, and clinical studies, explaining how sleep influences cognition, emotion, and mental health. You’ll find lucid discussions on dreaming, sleep disorders, developmental changes, and the evolutionary roles of sleep—backed by accessible explanations of experimental methods and brain mechanisms.

Imagine using current neuroscience to inform clinical practice, classroom teaching, or personal sleep health—this book makes that possible. Engaging case vignettes and clear summaries help bridge theory and application, while every chapter invites further exploration of topics like dream phenomenology, circadian regulation, and therapeutic implications.

Perfect for purchasers in the US, UK, Europe, Australia, India and beyond, this edition is both a scholarly reference and a readable introduction to an essential field. If you want a well-written, authoritative resource on how and why we sleep and dream, add The Neuroscience of Sleep and Dreams, 2nd Edition to your collection today—an indispensable companion for understanding the sleeping brain. Order now to deepen your knowledge and stay at the forefront of sleep science.

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