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Is it unhealthy to sleep at a late time? why or why not?

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Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

Sleeping late: Most people need 8 hours of sleep at night. If you can still get enough sleep despite going to bed late, the timing is not an issue.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 7/2/2014

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A member asked:

Is it unhealthy to sleep at a late time? why or why not?

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Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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