 Summary of this article
- India is the world’s second-most sleep-deprived country.
- The “sleep economy,” which encompasses everything from mattresses to wearable devices, melatonin supplements, and more, is booming and is projected to reach $600 billion by 2025.
- The causes for insomnia vary depending on age.
India is the world’s second most sleep-deprived nation, with 60 per cent of Indian adults obtaining less than six hours of sleep every night, and most of the younger population suffering a sleep deficit. This is alarming because sleep serves multiple functions. It is critical for waking cognition—that is, the ability to think clearly, remain vigilant and alert, and sustain attention.
Sleep also plays a key role in emotional regulation, as our memories are consolidated during sleep. Sleep debt often causes grogginess during the day, inability to focus, stress eating, occasional giddiness, migraines and in the long term, can also lead to anxiety and depression.
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BY Divya Tiwari |
