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How much sleep should I get daily?

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Last Updated: 09/03/2022 at 3:03pm
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Fadedletters00
December 23rd, 2021 2:38pm
Ideally, resources say an adult needs at least 7-9 hours of sleep daily. Now, it also depends on the person, their health, medical history, and overall lifestyle when it comes to deciding their sleep window. There are monks in monasteries sleeping for 5 hours daily and still maintaining amazing health while there are college students suffering from a range of issues due to over-sleeping. I suggest you observe your own sleep pattern and decide how much sleep lets you be productive throughout the day. There are no hard and fast rules as to how much sleep an average adult needs. As long as we are having a beauty sleep of a minimum of 5 hours, I think we are good to go!
Womerz
December 22nd, 2021 6:31pm
I always find that 7 hours is the right amount for me. Oversleeping can really affect me throughout the day, making me feel groggy and unmotivated and ironically, more tired too. I like to curb this by having a healthy sleep pattern. However, I think everyone is different and if need be, getting up to 9 can be important. Especially if you are a teenager/ young adult. Sleep is vital and can impact so many parts of our mental health and wellbeing. In order to feel my best, most refreshed, and motivated for the day ahead of me, I like to get 7 hours of sleep a night.
Anonymous
October 6th, 2021 3:19am
National Sleep Foundation guidelines advise that healthy adults need between 7 and 9 hours of sleep per night. Babies, young children, and teens need even more sleep to enable their growth and development. People over 65 should also get 7 to 8 hours per night. Apart from the official recommendations, I personally like to figure out my 'sweet spot' myself, because each one of us is unique and we all use up different amounts of energy during a normal day. Some people might find that 5 hours is enough, although, some individuals may not be able to function properly without sleeping for more than 8-9 hours!
Anonymous
September 26th, 2021 5:00am
Depending on your age, it can range from 6-12 hours. Although, I'm assuming most of you aren't babies, so it'd be more like 6-10 hours. Teens need 8-10 hours of sleep each night and adults need 6-8. Sleep is incredibly important for many different reasons. So, yes, you DO need it each and every night. And, no, you can't actually catch up on sleep over the weekend. That's not how it works. Random tip: if you're having a hard time falling asleep, try creating a sleep schedule. Having proper sleep hygiene is crucial to a good sleep schedule. Good luck, everyone! And sweet dreams!
Anonymous
September 25th, 2021 8:12am
It varies from person to person. I probably need 8 hours of sleep to get up feeling refreshed and not grumpy. The important thing is to have a fixed time to wake up in the morning even if you go to bed late. If we keep on training our body and mind like that, our body gets adjusted and will feel sleepy automatically at the right time so that you will be get sufficient sleep. For example, if you wake up everyday at 6 am and your body needs 8 hours of sleep, we will feel automatically tired and sleepy by 10 pm.
royalEars2012
September 19th, 2021 7:12pm
That depends on a variety of factors. Scientists have created a general guideline of how much sleep you should get daily, but there are exceptions. For instance, it is more important to get quality sleep than a larger amount of sleep. For instance, sleeping for three-four hours and getting a full REM cycle would be better in most cases than getting five hours of sleep where you wake up every twenty minutes. If it becomes a serious concern, consider bringing it up to your doctor who would be able to more accurately tell you how much sleep you need and methods to get that amount of sleep.
HugAddict
August 25th, 2021 5:54am
While everyone is different, humans on average needs at least 8 hours of sleep every day. For me though, any less than 10 hours is usually going to impact how sharp I am, so don't feel that you are abnormal if you deviate from the 8 hour average mark. If you are worried, consulting with your doctor is also a great choice to alert you to any potential issues regarding your sleep patterns, and to give you assurance that you appear to lead a normal life. Sleep has major implications on our mood and behavioral well being, so it's great that you are paying close attention to it. Good luck and happy sleeping!
NinaBee
July 14th, 2021 10:34pm
If you're a young child, 11-14 hours a day. If you're a teen, 8-10 hours. If you're an adult, 6-8 hours, I believe. But here's the thing! Kids and adults start to produce melatonin at around 9:30pm, if I remember correctly. But teens only start to produce that melatonin an hour and a half later, at 11:00pm because of all the funky brain development going on. So if you're a teen, take the time between everyone else's bedtime and your own to slow down, unwind and disconnect from outside stimulus. It'll make your sleep more, both in quality and in quantity. And yes, this means teens should be sleeping until 9:00am. Only 1 in 10 American teens get as much sleep as they actually need, and it's not only because of phones. Sleep well!
mamtasha22
July 2nd, 2021 1:42pm
Hey there! I hope you are having a nice day. That is an amazing question. How much sleep you should get can depend on your body. Commonly we know 7 to hours a day. But it can depend on your body and its need on how much sleep your body needs to feel rested and function properly. Some people need 4 to 6 hours of sleep some need 7 to 8 and some need 12 hours of sleep to feel rested. I hope the answer helped and you find out how much sleep works for you and helps you feel rested.
Anonymous
June 17th, 2021 10:23pm
most adults need 7 to 9 hours, although some people may need as few as 6 hours or as many as 10 hours of sleep each day. older adults (ages 65 and older) need 7-8 hours of sleep each day. women in the first 3 months of pregnancy often need several more hours of sleep than usual. young adults can get 7 to 9 hours of sleep as recommended by the national sleep foundation — with 6 hours being appropriate. less than 6 hours is not recommended. in conclusion, there is a large amount of diversity in the hours of sleep everyone gets based on the age group.
Tenakha
June 12th, 2021 12:38pm
Sleep required differs from person to person. 7-8 hours is considered average. If you are having issues sleeping try removing caffeine altogether, or at least try to only drink tea/coffee in the morning. Zero coffee/tea will definitely help you sleep better! I'm speaking from personal experience. Another trick is to avoid using screens at night time, the blue light from monitors, laptops and phones keeps the brain awake. If you avoid looking at bright screens one hour before you intend to go to sleep that will also help a lot. Some people need to play "white noise" to help block out outside noise. You can get a 'sound conditioner' device which sounds a bit like a fan - and that also aids sleep massively! Wish you all the best.
DianaM373
June 9th, 2021 3:17am
A normal amount of sleep ranges from 7-9 hours a day. However, it all depends on your age and other health factors you might be experiencing. There are a lot of resources to get more accurate information on this online. Overall, make sure to feel rested and to try to monitor time, especially at night. Your body requires rest and needs a break from constantly harvesting and using energy throughout the daytime. To sleep better, you can always try meditation, reading, practicing mindfulness, or just doing some activities to relieve stress. I really hope this helps- stay healthy and safe!
JustPiscesThings
May 30th, 2021 8:35pm
It varies from person to person! There are some people who function alright with around 7 hours of sleep, and others who require more than 9 hours of sleep to really feel well-rested. It's important to not only consider the length of time that you are sleeping, but also the quality of sleep you're getting. If you are sleeping 8 hours on a nightly basis but still feeling exhausted, it could be that your quality of sleep is poor, and you would be better off shifting your sleep schedule slightly. There are plenty of people who are self-proclaimed "night-owls" or "early birds", but there are also people who do well waking up early and then taking a nap later on. Try to experiment to figure out what works best for you!
Anonymous
May 19th, 2021 12:33pm
The amount of sleep you get should depend on you as a person. Each person needs a varied amount of sleep based on numerous factors ranging from age to the conditions of a person. By looking into the amount of sleep that you need based on your characteristics, you can ensure that you get enough sleep. On average, each person should get around 8 hours of sleep, so aiming towards this would be helpful. With the hectic and busy lives that people run nowadays, it might be difficult to get enough sleep, but I think it is important that you strive towards reaching this.
Anonymous
May 14th, 2021 2:19pm
Atleast 8-7 hours of sleep daily. If can't manage to do it in go then you could try dividing it into 4 hours during the day and 4 hours at night. You could also try taking naps whenever you get time if you couldn't get enough sleep at all. But it's only recommended when you can't find the time at all as the 8-7 hours sleep at night is the ideal way. It keeps you in good health, boosts your immune system, digests your food properly, keeps you in good shape, and helps with your mental health too. I hope you found it Helpful!
LetsCherishLife
May 12th, 2021 9:21pm
How much exact sleep a person needs to "function" properly can vary from person to person. A healthy adult person undergoes approximately 4-7 sleeping cycles per night with each cycle taking 70-120 minutes. That means there might be a few "rare cases" of people that function perfectly fine with 5 hours sleep a night and other rare, yet healthy ones needing 12 hours, at least every once a while. The average of those is 8,5 hours and that's why experts usually suggest 8-9 hours per night to be on the safe side where it will still be considered healthy if you have a few hours more or less sometimes. Functioning here refers to for example focus and attention span but a lack of sleep can also for example weaken your immune system. We need sleep to recharge our system and to proceed all the information our brain gets during the day, for example by dreaming which mainly happens in the REM (rapid eye movement) phase.
Anonymous
April 29th, 2021 7:42am
We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, so you've asked an important question. Most adults need 7 to 8 hours of good quality sleep on a regular schedule each night. Make changes to your routine if you can't find enough time to sleep. Getting enough sleep isn’t only about total hours of sleep. It’s also important to get good quality sleep on a regular schedule so you feel rested when you wake up. If you often have trouble sleeping – or if you often still feel tired after sleeping – talk with your doctor. It's important to get enough sleep. Sleep helps keep your mind and body healthy.
Anonymous
April 17th, 2021 4:38pm
The average recommended time is 7-9 hours. It may vary depending on your age, as well as other factors. Young children and adolescents need higher amounts of sleep (at least 8-10 hours daily) to facilitate their growth. Although, as a teen myself I can understand how hard it can be sometimes to get the required amount of sleep - what with school, extra-curricular activities, and social and family obligations. But, in my experience it's important to prioritize your sleep. We all have different sleep and rest requirements so it's important to pay attention to your body. If you feel healthy and active after say 6-8 hours of sleep then you don't have to extend it longer. Conversely, if you feel tired even after 8-9 hours of sleep at night, maybe you can consider taking short afternoon naps.
Anonymous
March 11th, 2021 8:52pm
Set a consistent sleep schedule. Go to bed at the same time and wake up at the same time. Create regular bedtime rituals. Do the same thing every night before bedtime, like take a warm bath, read or listen to music. Your pre-sleep activity should be relaxing so your body knows when it’s time to go to sleep. Get regular exercise. Make sure you exercise at least two hours before bedtime though, or it may be difficult to fall asleep. Keep a healthy diet. Meals just before bedtime may make it difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep. But, a small snack just before bedtime tends to promote sleep. Limit caffeine and avoid nicotine. Caffeine and nicotine are stimulants that interfere with sleep. Regular users also may experience withdrawal symptoms at night, leading to restless sleep. Limit caffeine intake to less than two servings per day, and don’t drink after noon. Tobacco users who break the habit usually are able to fall asleep faster and sleep better once withdrawal symptoms subside. Avoid alcohol. Alcohol is a sedative that slows brain activity. While it may induce sleep, it interferes with sleep during the night, causing you to wake up frequently and have nightmares. It’s best to not drink alcohol four to six hours before bedtime. Keep naps short. During the day, you build up a “sleep debt” that helps you fall asleep at night. Naps during the day pay off that debt, interfering with your night sleep. If you need to nap, limit it to less than 30 minutes. Use your bedroom for sleep only. Don’t eat or watch TV in bed. Don’t use electronics – laptops, cellphones or tablets – in bed. Make sure your bedroom is dark, quiet and cool. If you use it only for sleep, you’ll associate your bedroom with sleeping rather than activity or stress.
Anonymous
March 3rd, 2021 2:29am
As I myself follow max. of 8 hours of sleep on resting days and mostly working days take sleep minimum of 5 hours. It depends on how your schedule is. Some people rest more and work less and vice-versa. It depends on how much your capacity of working hours and resting hours. And one should have healthy life pattern so one can have sound sleep. And you can feel fresh after waking up from sound sleep. And you may continue to have this sleep pattern and you can change as per your schedule. But a good sleep should be between 5 to 8 hours. I hope you get it.
Anonymous
February 24th, 2021 7:37pm
Every person is different and has different needs. A person's need for sleep can also fluctuate or vary during their lifetime. That being said, the general consensus regarding how much sleep is healthy on a daily basis is at least 6 to 8 hours. Aside from the quantity of sleep, the quality of sleep is also important. If upon waking, you do not feel well-rested, you may not have had a good quality of sleep. Several sleep hygiene techniques exist which may improve sleep quality, such as eliminating use of electronics while in bed, or eliminating light from the room.
Anonymous
February 17th, 2021 12:59am
Well, it really differs from an age category to another, like if you are a teen the average is from 8-10 hours at night consecutively, a young adult should get from 7-9 hours and same goes for adult between age 26-64 years. These ranges are confirmed by the National Sleep Foundation and that's what's state in their guidelines as far as I am concerned. As it is believed that this amount of hours of sleep could really help your mind and body to give them some rest, so upon you knowing the average you should sleep daily, you could reflect to yourself how hours you actually get to sleep and try step by step to reach to the suitable amount of sleep you need. Hope that helped a bit.
Anonymous
January 31st, 2021 3:12pm
8 hours a day is what most doctors suggest. However, everyone is different and some people will need more or less than this to feel well-rested and able to function well. Teenagers also generally need more sleep because of the energy they expend growing. With this in mind it's not unusal for teenagers to feel tired more often, and to want to sleep for longer. It's important to get as much sleep as you feel you need in order to wake up refreshed. However, if this feels like an unusual amount it might be useful to consider going to the doctor to address any underlying issues.
Anonymous
January 28th, 2021 12:32am
Everyone's sleep rhythm is different, but you should aim to get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep if you are an adult, and around 9 hours if you are an adolescent. If you are having trouble sleeping enough, try going to bed around the same time each night. Staying active during the day, and avoiding or limiting naps can also help you sleep better. Stress, medical conditions, caffeine, and medications can also affect your ability to sleep. As you probably know, sleep quality affects your overall health, energy level, and mood. But it also affects your memory, heart health, productivity, and exercise performance! Good luck with your sleep!
Anonymous
January 14th, 2021 2:47pm
Most adults need 7 to 9 hours, although some people may need as few as 6 hours or as many as 10 hours of sleep each day. The amount of sleep a person needs goes up if they’ve missed sleep in previous days. If you don’t have enough, you’ll have a "sleep debt," which is much like being overdrawn at a bank. Eventually, your body will demand that you start to repay the debt. We don't really adapt to getting less sleep than we need. We may get used to a schedule that keeps us from getting enough sleep, but our judgment, reaction time, and other functions will still be off.
Readytolisten8
July 23rd, 2020 4:43pm
It depends on the person sometimes 6-7 hours is enough and for other people it can be 8-9 or more. It’s how ever much you feel you need to recuperate and your body needs in order to be healthy. Plus on different days it can vary if you have work during the week then you could have less sleep because you have less time on your hands however when it’s the weekend you may be able to get more sleep in because it’s easier to Manage your time. Don’t feel disheartened if you can’t stick to a routine as sometimes it’s hard to stay consistent.
PumpkinSpiceCara
July 31st, 2020 8:22pm
That depends on the age. Babies typically need as much as 17 hours of sleep. As you age and stop developing you will need less sleep. Toddlers need anywhere from 11 to 14 hours of sleep, preschoolers need 10 to 13 hours. Then, 6 to 13 year olds need about 9 to 11 hours daily. Teenagers need 8 to 10, and adults need 7-9. It all depends on your age, which corresponds to development. If you are growing taller more (or on your menstrual cycle) you might feel tired more and need to get more sleep. The numbers listed above are averages.
peacefulPraval
July 29th, 2020 10:29pm
Sleep is a very important part of someone's life. Many people get different amounts of sleep and it works for them in some case. For some adults they get less than 6 hours and are on caffeine which makes them more productive. However for some people, people need their sleep or else they will crash in the middle of the day. In my opinion the best amount of sleep is between 8-10 hours of sleep per night. Anything more is bad for you because it can make you sleepy and also getting too less will make you sleepy. All in all, 8-10 hours is the right amount.
Dandelion2405
August 5th, 2020 5:25am
I have seen a few people who can survive just fine with 5-6 hours of sleep and wake up really energised. And when they sleep more than that, they wake up feeling groggy and not having slept enough. But the healthy and normal duration is 6-8 hours a day. Now, for me, I think 6 hours is too little. You have to find out which end of the duration is okay for you. Also, take naps whenever you can. Recharge, relax. You need all the energy you can get. In case you need a shut-eye in the middle of work or studies, take a nap for about 30 minutes tops. If you sleep longer than that, you will just wake up tired and wanting more.
renministkris
July 17th, 2020 8:35pm
You should aim for at least 7 hours. It’s alarming how many people neglect their sleeping schedule and think how that’s not really an important part in their journey to success (or anything, for that matter). It’s crucial to get at least 7 hours of sleep as sleep is when we recharge and regain majority (if not all) of our energy we expended throughout the day. Our brain works nonstop and sleep deprivation wouldn’t help it, now, would it? I truly hope everyone can squeeze 7 hours into their sleeping schedule. There are no excuses. It WILL change your life!