Insufficient sleep can increase emotional stress levels

Researcher study says 'insufficient sleep amplifies levels of anxiety'. Recently, researchers from the University of California, Berkeley recently conducted study to explore how bad sleep can impact a person’s mental health.

The researchers found that after the restless night’s sleep, the medial prefrontal cortex in the brains of the respondents – which helps to alleviate anxiety – was found not functioning as normal. Meanwhile, the brain’s deeper emotional centers were found to be overactive. These study results were replicated in another study of 30 people in their twenties, thirties and forties.

Similar study was conducted on another 30 people in their twenties, thirties and forties. Overall and concluded that bad sleep can increase a person's emotional stress levels by up to 30 per cent.

What causes sleeping difficulties?

There are numerous potential reasons behind bad sleep, including your sleeping habits, lifestyle
choices, and medical conditions.  A few causes are minor and may improve with self-care, while others may expect you to look for restorative consideration.

Reasons for sleeplessness or bad sleep may include aging, an excessive amount of incitement before sleep time, (for example, staring at the TV, mobile access, playing games on computer or smartphone, or exercising), taking an excessive amount of caffeine, noise, an awkward room, or a sentiment of energy.

Dozing a lot during the day, lack of exposure to sunlight, frequent urination, physical or emotional pain, and some doctor prescribed prescriptions may likewise prompt difficulty sleeping.

For many people, stress, worry, depression, or work schedules may also affect their sleep. For others, sleep issues are due to a sleep disorder such as insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome.