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False Alarm on Sleep and Alzheimer's
1:05:44 - 1:11:13 (05:29)
Researchers caution against oversimplifying science and scaring people with claims that poor sleep in middle age will result in Alzheimer's; such crystal ball prognostications are irresponsible.
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Middle age individuals who experience sleep issues are not necessarily at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, and it is irresponsible to present such a claim.
1:05:44 - 1:09:37 (03:52)
Sleep, Alzheimer's disease
Summary
Middle age individuals who experience sleep issues are not necessarily at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, and it is irresponsible to present such a claim. Researchers find it frustrating when their studies are misinterpreted by the media, similar to the results people find on WebMD.
ChapterFalse Alarm on Sleep and Alzheimer's
EpisodeThe "Sleep Loss Epidemic"
PodcastMaintenance Phase
The speaker argues that academics have a higher obligation to not oversimplify science and misrepresent data when writing for a popular audience.
1:09:37 - 1:11:13 (01:36)
Science Communication
Summary
The speaker argues that academics have a higher obligation to not oversimplify science and misrepresent data when writing for a popular audience.