On AlterNet: sleep deprivation

Stories, blog posts, and videos tagged as "sleep deprivation"

The Vast Conspiracy to Create Insomniacs

Mary Sykes Wylie, Psychotherapy Networker. June 30, 2010.

Insomnia is exactly what the movers and shakers of our society want for us.

Gitmo Prisoner Captured As Teenager and Tortured in U.S. Custody Is Free

Suzanne Ito, Blog of Rights. August 24, 2009.

Mohammed Jawad attempted suicide in December 2003 by repeatedly slamming his head against his cell wall.

CIA Was Authorized to Keep Prisoners Awake for 11 Days

Agence France PresseMay 11, 2009.

The method involved forcing chained prisoners to stand, sometimes for days on end.

The Stunning Consequences of Not Getting Enough Sleep

Allison Ford, Divine Caroline. April 1, 2009.

Many people don't get as much sleep as they should. And their brains are paying the price.

Debt Got Your Sleep?

Dr. Michael J. Breus, Huffington Post. June 20, 2008.

For too many Americans, debt-triggered stress is leading to a host of health problems, including lack of sleep.