Attention lapses due to sleep deprivation due to flushing fluid from brain
New research shows attention lapses due to sleep deprivation coincide with a flushing of fluid from the brain — a process that normally occurs during sleep. Anne Trafton | MIT News Publication Date: October 29, 2025 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Sarah McDonnell Email: s_mcd@mit.edu Phone: 617-253-8923 Fax: 617-258-8762 MIT News Office Close Caption: A new study from MIT reveals what happens in the brain as momentary failures of attention occur due to sleep deprivation. Credits: Credit: iStock Previous image Next image Audio Nearly everyone has experienced it: After a night of poor sleep, you don’t feel as alert as you should. Your brain might seem foggy, and your mind…
