Updated On: 16 March, 2023 02:40 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Experts say without proper sleep a person is more inclined to be tired, easily irritated, aggressive or unable to concentrate which affects their productivity and efficiency. If the sleep-related issues persist for days and are not addressed soon, it may lead to sleep disorders and can affect one`s mental health

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The past couple of years has taken a toll on sleep patterns due to stress and other challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. According to a study published in Sleep Medicine in November 2021, which surveyed 22,330 adults from 13 countries: one in three participants had clinical insomnia symptoms and nearly 20 per cent had the conditions for insomnia disorder. These figures are more than double of what they were pre-pandemic.
While increased dependency on gadgets after the pandemic has been seen to impact sleep patterns, psychological disorders like anxiety and depression among others also contribute to sleep problems. Most people require 7-8 hours of sleep per night. A good night`s sleep is necessary for our mental well-being as it recharges and resets our minds for optimal functioning. The inability to sleep is a cause for worry as sleep deprivation affects our cognitive and emotional capabilities. Experts say without proper sleep a person is more inclined to be tired, easily irritated, aggressive, or unable to concentrate which affects their productivity and efficiency. If the sleep-related issues persist for days and are not addressed soon, it may lead to sleep disorders and can affect one`s mental health.