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by | Jun 12, 2022

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What are some symptoms of lack of sleep?

Here is a list of 10 symptoms of sleep deprivation.

  1. Excessive daytime sleepiness
  2. Yawning
  3. Irritability and moodiness
  4. Forgetfulness
  5. Inability to concentrate or a “fuzzy” head
  6. Difficulty learning new things
  7. Lack of motivation
  8. Craving carbohydrates or high sugar foods
  9. Clumsiness
  10. Reduced sex drive
What are some signs of sleep deprivation?

Here are 10 symptoms of not getting enough sleep.

  1. Excessive daytime sleepiness
  2. Yawning
  3. Irritability and moodiness
  4. Forgetfulness
  5. Inability to concentrate or a “fuzzy” head
  6. Difficulty learning new things
  7. Lack of motivation
  8. Craving carbohydrates or high sugar foods
  9. Clumsiness
  10. Reduced sex drive
What happens when I don't sleep?

Here are a few things that could happen as a result of a lack of quality sleep.

Life is all about being in perfect harmony with your body, mind and spirit so that you can live well every single day.

When you open your eyes in the morning, being well-rested means that you’re full of energy and open to the possibilities that lie ahead! Your body and mind are also more prepared, allowing you to embrace the coming day with enthusiasm.

However, what can happen if you sleep poorly?

There are some problems that come from getting poor sleep.

  1. It can contribute to gaining weight
  2. It can impact your sociability and emotions
  3. It can lower your sex drive
  4. It can put you at risk of serious illnesses
What can I do when I can't sleep?

Just about everyone has the occasional bad night’s sleep, but when poor sleep becomes the norm, it may affect your life in lots of different ways.

1 Your weight, your work, your relationships and your enjoyment of life can all improve with good, regular sleep.

2 You deserve to feel your best with the energy to live each day to its full potential. So if you’re struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep, it’s time to work out why easy, restful sleep isn’t happening for you.

Here are 5 healthy sleep habits that you can try:

  1. Get enough hours
  2. Be consistent
  3. No electronics in the bedroom
  4. Relaxation before bed
  5. Make a commitment

 

References

  1. ERoth, T, J. Clin Sleep Med 2007 Aug 15; 3(5 Suppl): S7–S10.
  2. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/sleep-deprivation-and-deficiency accessed 2 Aug 2019