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Publications
Managing Fatigue in Operational Settings
Three aspects of dealing with fatigue in the workplace, and examples of practical fatigue countermeasures that can be used in operational settings are provided.Alertness Management: Strategic Naps in Operational Settings
A rationale and approach for implementing planned napping procedures in the workplace, including the scientifically-proven benefits, cautions of using naps in operational settings, and implementation and policy considerations.Managing Alertness in Sleep Center Personnel
Sleep Review Journal, Spring 2001
The article suggests that the sleep medicine community can become a model to spread its knowledge of circadian rhythms, sleep disorders, and alertness to diverse 24/7 settings throughout our society.
Video
Fatigue: Implications for the Anesthesiologist
Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation
The ASA's Committee on Patient Safety and Risk Management has produced a video that explores the problems fatigue places on anesthesiologists and the risks for them and their patients. The video (33 min. 30 sec.) includes good basic information on sleep and the circadian clock as well as strategies that can be employed for optimal performance. Requires RealPlayer.
Books
The Promise of Sleep: A Pioneer in Sleep Medicine Explains the Vital Connection Between Health, Happiness, and a Good Night's Sleep
by William C. Dement, M.D., Ph.D., and Christopher Vaughan
This book from sleep pioneer William Dement makes the latest sleep information accessible to health professionals and the general public alike. Dr. Dement provides detailed explanation of sleep concepts such as sleep debt, the body's internal clock, and circadian rhythms, and then teaches readers how to "reclaim healthy sleep" in their own lives.All I Want Is a Good Night's Sleep
by Sonia Ancoli-Israel
An easy-to-read book that clearly explains common problems associated with sleep and strategies for dealing with them.Sleeping Through the Night: How Infants, Toddlers, and Their Parents Can Get a Good Night's Sleep
by Jodi Mindell, Ph.D.
Drawing on years of experience, Dr. Mindell provides tips, techniques, and answers to common questions that assist in teaching a child to sleep.No More Sleepless Nights
by Peter Hauri, Shirley Linde, and Philip Westbrook
From the director of the Mayo Clinic Insomnia Program, this book provides practical advice for those with sleep problems.Power Sleep
by Dr. James Maas
The author presents a new approach to prepare one's mind and body for peak performance through the power of sleep.Encyclopedia of Sleep and Dreaming
by Mary A. Carskadon (Editor)
For those with an interest in the more technical aspects of this field, the encyclopedia summarizes findings on the medical, biological, and psychological facets of sleep and dreaming.
