Can caffeine make up for a lack of sleep?
Can caffeine make up for a lack of sleep?
Caffeine can certainly mask the effects of sleep deprivation by waking you up, but you still need real sleep to refresh your mind and body. In this video, sleep expert Michael Breus, PhD, explains why caffeine cannot make up for a lack of sleep.
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