1864, no
DSIP is not a substitute for healthy sleep hygiene addressing sleep environment, limiting caffeine/blue light, managing stress, and maintaining a stable schedule are still foundational
However, it is more accurately described as a bonding hormone, facilitating not only interpersonal connections but also associations with memories and brain regions, potentially aiding access to different neural pathways
Special attention is given to the translational potential of microbiome-based approaches, including dietary modification, psychobiotics, and FMT, to prevent or mitigate CNS disorders
REM sleep plays a critical role in mood regulation, memory consolidation, and behavioral neuroscience making its preservation a meaningful consideration for long-term brain health