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Re:The brain makes a lot of waste. Now scientists think they... by MrDrMcCoy on Thursday June 27, 2024 @01:45AM (#40807638)
Very interesting. Do you think this will ever turn into a device that regular people can buy? I've been an insomniac my entire life, and would be very interested in trying something in this space.
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Re:The brain makes a lot of waste. Now scientists think they... by pedalpete on Thursday June 27, 2024 @06:47PM (#40816017)
Yes, we are building a commercial experience, and I am also a lifelong chronic insomniac, which got me into this space.

HOWEVER, this is not an insomnia device. There are a bunch of "competing" devices that sound similar that promise to help you "fall asleep faster" often 70%+ faster, and looking at all the research they've done, it's BS.

Sorry, I wish I could solve our problem, but this isn't it. However, as far as the getting the benefits of a full night sleep, this does help.

I've been speaking with a lot of insomniacs, and what I often bring up is "do you kinda like it"? We all know we "should" sleep, but I feel a large part of chronic insomnia isn't the "stress" that everyone assumes we have, but just that we enjoy being awake in the middle of the night, pondering, ruminating, etc.

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