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I'm curious what could happen if you don't get enough sleep when you are young?

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Sleep deprivation.: Obestit, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, anxiety and depression are all consequences of inadequate sleep.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/5/2019

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