Why Women Are Losing More Sleep Than Men

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26  Nov 2024

According to BBC, sleep deprivation affects many, with 1 in 3 people not getting enough sleep, especially women


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Insomnia affects both genders, but women have a 58% higher prevalence rate than men


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Hormonal fluctuations during a woman's lifespan significantly impact the quality and quantity of sleep


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PMS and PMDD cause sleep disturbances, including nightmares and frequent awakenings due to hormonal changes


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Pregnancy leads to sleep issues, with poor sleep quality increasing throughout the trimesters


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In the third trimester, pregnant women experience up to five awakenings per night


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Poor sleep during pregnancy negatively affects daytime alertness and increases maternal and fetal health risks


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Menopause causes sleep disturbances, affecting women due to hormonal fluctuations and night sweats


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Many women experience disruptive night sweats and anxiety during perimenopause, worsening sleep quality


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Addressing gender-specific sleep challenges can help improve overall well-being for women facing hormonal changes


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