Regulation of sleep

Definition

Regulation of sleep refers to the process by which the body controls and maintains healthy patterns of sleep. It involves various physiological mechanisms that determine when we feel sleepy or awake.

Related terms

Circadian Rhythm:

The internal biological clock that regulates our 24-hour sleep-wake cycle.

Melatonin:

A hormone produced by the pineal gland that helps regulate sleep-wake cycles.

Insomnia:

A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.