2023-10-31 22:06:40
Sleep plays a fundamental role in people’s physical and mental health, according to a study carried out by the Institute United States National Health Organization (NIH). Lack of sleep and optimal rest can cause damage not only to physical health, but also to mental health, affecting reasoning, decision-making, creativity and coexistence with other people.
Can lack of sleep influence people’s behavior? This is what the experts say
While we rest, the body works to maintain healthy brain function, allowing the formation of new neural connections that influence learning and information storage, highlights the NIH study. Lack of sleep also alters activity in certain areas of the brain, increasing the risk of problems in managing emotions and behavior, being associated with depression and other risky behaviors.
In the case of children and adolescents, lack of sleep can lead to difficulties relating to others, sudden changes in temperament, irritability, sadness and depression, as well as attention problems that can cause severe stress.
What are the consequences of not sleeping well?
Experts emphasize the importance of sleeping the necessary hours in optimal conditions, taking into account aspects such as the mattress and pillows. According to the NIH, sleep not only promotes healthy growth and development, but also has a positive impact on the prevention of diseases, both physical and mental.
The Ministry of National Health in Colombia highlights that depression continues to be one of the main diseases in the country. In childhood, 12.4% of children experience fear or nervousness for no apparent reason, 2.3% suffer from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and 9.7% experience frequent headaches.
In adolescence, anxiety and depression affect 6.6% of this population, including ideas that put their lives at risk. In addition, 6.7% of adults present affective disorders.
These data highlight the importance of properly addressing sleep as a fundamental part of physical and mental well-being.
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