Sleep deprivation
A condition in which, either intentionally or unintentionally, someone does not allow his or her body enough time for sleep. Typically, adults require six to eight hours of sleep each day, although some people require more.
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this
39 year experience in Internal Medicine
How long it usually lasts:
How common it is:
Baby 0-2 | Very common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common |
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