Sleep deprivation can seriously harm your health
The article explains how chronic sleep deprivation affects memory, concentration, emotional state, and physical health. Professor Colin Espie from Oxford lists five key consequences: cognitive decline, constant fatigue, emotional instability, increased risk of depression, and exacerbation of chronic diseases. Causes of sleep disorders and recommendations for improving sleep hygiene are also provided.
An article on Cursor Info, published on October 11, 2026, examines the health consequences of chronic sleep deprivation. The author cites Oxford University professor of sleep medicine Colin Espie, who highlights five main consequences: impaired memory and concentration, constant fatigue and daytime sleepiness, emotional instability, an approximately doubled risk of depression in people with chronic insomnia, and worsening of chronic conditions including diabetes, obesity, and chronic pain states. Among the causes hindering sleep are caffeine and nicotine in the afternoon, stress, anxiety, bright light from electronic devices, and irregular schedules. Prolonged daytime naps can also be problematic. To improve sleep, a consistent schedule, limiting stimulants in the evening, and calm pre-sleep activities are recommended. Physical activity is beneficial, but intense workouts before bed can interfere. For persistent issues (at least three times a week for three months), consulting a doctor is advised; cognitive behavioral therapy is mentioned as a recommended treatment for chronic insomnia. The article is general informational in nature, without specific data on Israel or references to local studies.