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Are 7-8 hours of sleep per night enough sometimes i get 9 i'm an adult. is that a healthy amount or do i need 10-12?

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Dr. Raju Indukuri answered

Amount of sleep: 7-8 hours of sleep is generally good but occasional 9 hours is ok. generally people don't need 10-12 hours os daily sleep.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/17/2017

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A member asked:

Are 7-8 hours of sleep per night enough sometimes i get 9 i'm an adult. is that a healthy amount or do i need 10-12?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Raju Indukuri answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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