Sleep Deprivation And Business

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hit the control column on his approach to New York’s Kennedy Airport as the need for sleep became overwhelming.”footy Of course, the consequences of sleep deprivation in most cases will not be as severe as the in previous examples, but it does illustrate the importance sleep plays in job performance.
The lodging facility of the traveler is in the best position to reduce and alleviate the negative affects of jet lag. In order to provide the best possible service to the guest, hotels will be forced to recognize this problem and create solutions for it. As it stands right now, the best solution to this problem is education.
Recognizing the symptoms of jet lag is the first step in the education process. In his book, Power Sleep, Dr. James Maas of Cornell University describes the symptoms of jet lag as follows.
Daytime Sleepiness. Ninety percent of travelers report experiencing daytime fatigue and sleepiness. If you give in to the urge to sleep during the day at your ...

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method for combating jet lag.
#1 Planning Your Flight
· Avoid flights with early morning departures
· Arrive at the destination in time for a full nights sleep
· Avoid Red Eye Flights
· Select plane seats that are conducive to sleeping (away from bathrooms)
· Select a seat opposite the side of the sun
· Try to get a seat with good leg room that can recline
· Give yourself plenty of time to get to the flight
· Ask if there are any empty rows of seats to lie down
· Pack comfort items eyeshade, earplugs, slippers, gum, moisturizer, lip balm, nasal decongestant, and water
· wear loose fitting clothes

#2 During Your Flight
· Immediately ask for a pillow and blanket to avoid ...

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