The Sound of Sleep: How Auditory Stimuli Influence Sleep Quality and Brainwave Activity

Citation: Yuqi Wu, "The Sound of Sleep: How Auditory Stimuli Influence Sleep Quality and Brainwave Activity", Universal Library of Arts and Humanities, Volume 02, Issue 04.

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Abstract

Sleep’s multifaceted contribution to physical, cognitive, and emotional health is discussed in this paper, emphasizing the indispensable roles beyond basic rest. The paper synthesizes the present understanding of how sleep enables memory consolidation, immune function, metabolic homeostasis, and emotional stability. The review also examines the impact of sound and music on sleep quality, separating the disruptive effects of noise from the therapeutic effects of auditory stimuli like white noise, pink noise, binaural beats, and slow-tempo music. Objective approaches using polysomnography and newer wearable technologies are assessed to quantify sleep quality. The dynamic interplay between auditory input and neural entrainment in the control of sleep is considered. The paper highlights interpersonal differences in sound response and refers to the potential of personalized audio interventions for enhancing sleep and mental well-being.

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https://doi.org/10.70315/uloap.ulahu.2025.0204006