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Kolman’s Komments: It’s okay to cop some Zs while on the job

Aug. 21, 2017
Research finds that sleeping on the job is a good thing.

Here’s some research I’m certain a lot of you can get onboard with. A study by researchers at the University of Michigan has found that taking a nap may be an effective strategy to counteract impulsive behavior and boost tolerance for frustration.

Who couldn’t use this kind of a “buffer” nowadays?

According to the researchers, napping can be a cost-efficient and easy strategy to increase workplace efficiency.

It’s been suggested that employers may find their employees more productive when the workplace has nap pods or offers extended break times. (Note to self: Be sure my powers-that-be read this Kolman’s Komments.)

Lack of Quality Sleep

In these increasingly busy times, it’s often difficult to get enough quality sleep. That, according to Healthy Sleep – a resource from the Division of Sleep Medicine at Harvard Medical School and WGBH Educational Foundation – has consequences.

“In the short term, a lack of adequate sleep can affect judgment, mood and the ability to learn and retain information, and may increase the risk of serious accidents and injury,” Healthy Sleep resource materials point out. “In the long term, chronic sleep deprivation may lead to a host of health problems, including obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and even early mortality.”

Glad I have a pillow that fits nicely into one of my desk drawers.

About the Author

David A. Kolman | Contributor - Fleet Maintenance

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