An author chases sleep

The effects of lack of sleep go beyond an occasional yawn at work. A recent study found persistent insomnia can shorten your life. Author and insomniac Patricia Morrisroe found some answers and a lot of mystery surrounding sleep.

Guests

• Patricia Morrisroe: Author of the new memoir "Wide Awake," about her search for treatment for insomnia.
• Helene Emsellem: Medical director, The Center for Sleep & Wake Disorders.

Resources

• All-nighters blog at the NYTimes
• About The Center for Sleep & Wake Disorders
• About Patricia Morrisroe