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Please tell me the worst thing to come from not sleeping very much?
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Marked sleep: Deprivation can lead to psychosis. Short term effects can include feeling tired, irritability, decreased attention ; forgetfulness. It can impact one's immune system ; mental health. Over time it can contribute to increased blood pressure, heart disease, stress ; mental health illnesses.
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