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How Do We Fall Asleep?
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How Do We Fall Asleep?

Why do people need to sleep? How do we actually go to sleep? How does sleeping get rid of toxins in the brain?

But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids · Vermont Public Radio

February 14, 202026m 21s

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Show Notes

Why do people need to sleep? How do we actually go to sleep? How does sleeping get rid of toxins in the brain? And how come when it's nighttime I don't want to go to sleep but when it's morning I don't want to wake up? Those questions and more, all about sleep. We're highlighting an episode from 2018 with pediatric sleep psychologist Dr. Lisa Meltzer. And stay tuned; our next episode is all about dreams!

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