Health Risks Of Sleep Deprivation

Reduces Cognitive Function

Photo Credit: Dreamstime

Sleep deprivation vastly reduces cognitive function by impairing attention and memory. It is difficult for individuals to keep prolonged attention on a task if they're nodding off. Even when they think they are focused, they will be more likely to miss little details. Living on little sleep reduces the ability to learn well, since sleep is when the body rejuvenates itself and the brain solidifies the information taken in throughout the day. It takes longer to solve problems or think critically, and managing emotions is more difficult. If individuals have to choose between preparing for an exam or work presentation and getting enough sleep, they should always go for sleep.

BACK
(3 of 6)
NEXT
BACK
(3 of 6)
NEXT

MORE FROM HealthPrep

    MORE FROM HealthPrep

      OpenAI Playground 2025-05-13 at 10.55.45.png

      MORE FROM HealthPrep