Why does driving on the highway make us feel so sleepy?
In short: Ever felt a wave of relaxation or drowsiness while cruising down the highway? This video explores how various aspects of the driving experience can conspently lull your body into a dangerous state of sleepiness.
The video examines the phenomenon of carcolepsy, investigating how the specific conditions of driving can trigger drowsiness and create a potentially hazardous state of relaxation for the driver.
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