The Army Embraces Strategic Napping To Combat Fatigue

The Army Embraces Strategic Napping To Combat Fatigue

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For soldiers, getting a good night’s sleep is crucial. Fatigue can impact decision-making and sometimes lead to disaster. To address that problem, the Army is embracing “strategic napping” as part of a new holistic approach to health. Reset learns more about the policy change and talks to a sleep researcher about the benefits of napping.