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Evidence-based neuroscience, brain health research, and practical insights — written by Dr. Suraj Malhan, fellowship-trained neurologist and Clinical Assistant Professor at Rutgers RWJMS.
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Brain Health
Migraine & Headache
Neuroplasticity
Sleep Science
Dementia Risk Reduction
Cognitive Performance
Digital Health
Neuroscience
Your Afternoon Nap Might Not Be Laziness
Most people feel guilty about napping. But a 2023 study in Sleep Health found that habitual daytime napping may be linked to larger total brain volume — a structural marker associated with brain aging. Here’s what the research actually says, what it does not prove, and how to think about naps without overclaiming the science. Educational only, not medical advice.