How Sleep Changes Throughout Your Life




 
 

5.Teenagers
They need at least 8 to 10 hours of rest every night. But sleep patterns shift around this age. Lots of teens want to stay up at night and sleep later in the morning. That often conflicts with having to get up for school. Many teenagers don’t get enough sleep. That lack of ZZZs can make it hard for them to focus at school or control their emotions.

 

6.Adults
Your sleep needs may be different than someone else your age. But most people 18-60 need 7 to 9 hours of shut-eye a night. And 1 in 3 U.S. adults don’t get that. It’s normal to miss out on sleep every now and then. But try to prioritize a good night’s rest. Not getting enough sleep raises your risk of all kinds of health issues. That includes depression, memory problems, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.