5 ways sleep deprivation affects our health
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" 5 ways sleep deprivation may affect our health " #1 Brain Development and Memory Sleep deprivation has drastic effects on a teenager's developing brain as his/her brain remains in 40% slow wave sleep, where the brain carries out the functions of development and healings while that of an adult remains 4%. Henceforth, lack of sleep can effect both the short and long- term memory. It further diminishes the mental ability of a 15 year old to that of a 13 year old which further leads to an impoverished performance in academics. #2 Thinking and concentration As discussed earlier, sleep deprivation leads to poor performances in everyday situations as well as academics, however it also leads to a decrease in one's concentration, creativity and problem- solving skills. It may also lead to an increase in drowsiness which in turn may lead to accidents. #3 Mood swings Sleep deprivation makes you moody, dramatic, destructive or emotional, which in turn may l