Sleep and Performance: Why the Army Must Change Its Sleepless Culture.

The article discusses the importance of sleep for overall health, particularly in the context of the U.S. Army. It emphasizes the negative impact of chronic sleep deficiency on mental health, physical performance, and weight.Topics include the Army's struggle with chronic sleep deficiency, the importance of specific sleep stages (deep sleep and REM sleep) for mental and physical recovery, the connection between sleep and mental health,and the relationship between sleep and weight.