The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Mental and Physical Health

Crossmark

Main Article Content


Abstract

Sleep is a complex, restorative, and multi-stage process essential for maintaining physical health, emotional regulation, and cognitive functioning. Beyond mere rest, sleep supports vital biological functions that sustain overall well-being. However, in today’s fast-paced society, social interactions, work demands, and excessive screen time frequently take precedence over adequate sleep, leading to widespread sleep deficiency. This phenomenon, commonly referred to as sleep deprivation, is increasingly prevalent, particularly in developing countries where technological advancement, occupational pressures, and lifestyle factors disrupt natural sleep-wake cycles. This article examines the causes and consequences of insufficient sleep, exploring the underlying biological mechanisms and their impact on cardiovascular health, immune system function, mental health, memory, and quality of life. Additionally, it underscores the importance of proper sleep hygiene and presents strategies to improve sleep patterns across all age groups, aiming to mitigate the adverse effects of sleep loss and promote holistic health.

Downloads

Download data is not yet available.

Citation Metrics & Similar Scopus Articles

Data source Crossref
0
citations
Citation counts are source-specific and may differ because database coverage, reference matching, and update schedules are different. Counts are not added together. Crossref values represent citation links registered and matched by Crossref.
Check Secondary Documents in Scopus
Open this article in Scopus, then check the Secondary documents tab. Use Manual Citation Fallback only for counts you have verified manually.
Open in Scopus
Similar Scopus Articles
Scopus
  1. Liu Q. (2027)
    Elucidating the Respective Roles of Photochemical and Photothermal Effects in Photocatalytic Methanol Decomposition
    Nano Micro Letters, 19(1)
  2. Berenjian K. (2027)
    Impact of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) on CYP2D6 Activity and the Restorative Effects of Melatonin and Vitamin C Supplementation
    Iranian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 26(1)
  3. Li R. (2027)
    IrMn-Cluster-Based Artificial Metalloenzymes with Radiosensitized Systemic Antitumor Responses to Prevent Malignant Tumor Metastasis and Recurrence
    Nano Micro Letters, 19(1)

Article Details

How to Cite
Akram, M., Umaru, I. J., Aslam, N., Hasan, M. K., Abdulghafoor, H. A., Khan, F. S., Ozdemir, F. A., Sołowski, G., Rashid, A., Al-Musawi, J. M., & Mahmood, A. (2025). The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Mental and Physical Health. Kwaghe International Journal of Sciences and Technology, 2(2), 236-241. https://doi.org/10.58578/kijst.v2i2.6248

References

Akhlaghi, M., & Kohanmoo, A. (2023). Sleep Deprivation in Development of Obesity, Effects on Appetite Regulation, Energy Metabolism, and Dietary Choices. Nutrition Research Reviews, 1–21.
Baranwal, N., Phoebe, K. Y., & Siegel, N. S. (2023). Sleep Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Sleep Hygiene. Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases, 77, 59–69.
Besedovsky, L., Lange, T., & Haack, M. (2019). The Sleep-Immune Crosstalk in Health and Disease. Physiological Reviews.
Carney, C., Carney, C. E., & Manber, R. (2009). Quiet Your Mind and Get to Sleep: Solutions to Insomnia for Those with Depression, Anxiety, or Chronic Pain. New Harbinger Publications.
Dahl, R. E., & Harvey, A. G. (2007). Sleep in Children and Adolescents with Behavioral and Emotional Disorders. Sleep Medicine Clinics, 2(3), 501–511.
Ferber, R. (2006). Solve Your Child's Sleep Problems: New, Revised. Simon and Schuster.
Ferrara, M., & De Gennaro, L. (2001). How Much Sleep Do We Need? Sleep Medicine Reviews, 5(2), 155–179.
Groch, S., Wilhelm, I., Diekelmann, S., & Born, J. (2013). The Role of REM Sleep in the Processing of Emotional Memories: Evidence from Behavior and Event-Related Potentials. Neurobiology of Learning and Memory, 99, 1–9.
Irish, L. A., Kline, C. E., Gunn, H. E., Buysse, D. J., & Hall, M. H. (2015). The Role of Sleep Hygiene in Promoting Public Health: A Review of Empirical Evidence. Sleep Medicine Reviews, 22, 23–36.
Nelson, T. M. (1997). Fatigue, Mindset and Ecology in the Hazard Dominant Environment. Accident Analysis & Prevention, 29(4), 409–415.
Stoddart, F. A. (2024). The Role of Flexible Work Arrangements in Mitigating Teacher Burnout Caused by Heavy Workloads in Urban Schools. Research and Advances in Education, 3(12), 27–35.

Most read articles by the same author(s)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 > >>