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Is polyphasic sleeping unhealthy for you?
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Yes: Sleep deprivation has well documented negative effects on memory, cognitive functions, attention span. It increases likelihood of mistakes of all sorts, and accidents fatal and non fatal. It also affects weight, metabolism, and other vital functions.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Yes: In the long run you could develop signs of physical and psychological stress.
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