Chronic Sleep Deprivation: Neurologists Warn of Brain Health Risks
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Moneycontrol•28-01-2026, 11:33
Chronic Sleep Deprivation: Neurologists Warn of Brain Health Risks
- •Neurologists now understand the severe long-term consequences of chronic sleep deprivation on brain health.
- •Patients often present with memory lapses, poor concentration, and emotional sensitivity, rather than directly complaining about sleep issues.
- •Lack of sleep forces the brain to operate at reduced efficiency, leading to slower thinking, difficulty focusing, and mental exhaustion.
- •Deep sleep, crucial for clearing brain waste products, is often disrupted by stress and screen use, causing persistent fatigue.
- •Younger individuals (30s-40s) are increasingly showing cognitive fatigue symptoms previously associated with aging due to poor sleep.
Why It Matters: Chronic sleep deprivation significantly impairs brain health, leading to cognitive and emotional issues if unaddressed.
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