Question 1

what is sleep deprivation?

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Sleep deprivation : Clinically if you voluntarily or by force get less sleep than you are supposed to get at your age.

Question 2

how do i stop sleep deprivation?

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Find cause: If you are suffering insomnia or dyssomnia, there are many possible treatments, but these all depend on why you are not sleeping or not getting restful sleep.  Talk to your primary care.  If s/he cannot help s/he will know to whom to refer you.

Question 3

what is causing my sleep deprivation?

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See a sleep doc: This is a huge question and would entail a detailed history in order to figure this out.  See a board certified sleep physician and he/she should be able to help you pinpoint the source(s).

Question 4

how can you treat sleep deprivation?

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Sleep: Rather than trying to do  work arounds - would dedicate solid periods of time to sleep.

Question 5

what are symptoms of sleep deprivation?

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Lack of sleep.: Lack of sleep can lead to v concentration, v effectiveness in learning, fatigue, v concentration, v alertness, & day time sleepiness.  Severe sleep deprivation can lead to more serious problems such as psychosis.

Question 6

could i recover from sleep deprivation?

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Yes you could: Yes you could. Generally the longer the sleep deprivation, the longer it takes to recover. It is what we call "Sleep Debt". The more "sleep Debt" you have, the longer it takes to recover, just like financial debt. Generally even in a severe sleep deprivation you should be able to recover within few days once you get enough sleep.

Question 7

how can i cope with sleep deprivation ?

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By getting the sleep: That your body needs. Use good sleep hygiene. Retire ; rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark ; cool ; use only for sex ; sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs ; no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized ; finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Try warm milk, chamomile tea or melatonin along w light reading.

Question 8

do you know anything on sleep deprivation?

Accepted Answer

It isn't healthy.: Symptoms of sleep deprivation can include irritability, feeling tired, poor concentration, decreased memory, changes in appetite, poorer ability to handle stress, lack of comprehension with social interactions. In severe cases it can lead to pyschosis !

Question 9

what are common effects of sleep deprivation?

Accepted Answer

Sleep deprivation: Sleep deprivation can ^ risk for fatigue, irritability, v concentration, diminished memory, ^ infection rate, ability to tolerate stressors, blurring of vision, v energy level, ^ micro-sleeps, weight gain, exacerbation of psychiatric problems and can even lead to psychosis.

Question 10

how does sleep deprivation affect your eating?

Accepted Answer

Sleep deprivation: People who sleep less are more likely to binge eat & snack, due to elevated adrenaline from lack of sleep.

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