Are you sleeping enough? 5 types of sleeping patterns that can have adverse effect on your health
A global study shows that sleep quality is as important as sleep duration for your health. It describes five sleep patterns that each affect your energy, mood, and focus. Simple habits like avoiding screens and caffeine before bed can greatly improve your sleep.
We all know that getting enough sleep is crucial, but did you know that how you sleep has an equal impact on your health as how many hours you sleep? According to a recent worldwide study, there are five basic sleep patterns that people follow, and each affects their physical and mental health. According to this study, which examined the sleep patterns of thousands of people around the world, not everyone who sleeps 7 to 8 hours needs a good night’s sleep.
Here are 5 main sleep patterns, each associated with different effects on our mind and body:
1. Short sleepers:
Sleeping less than 6 hours increases the pressure on your mind, and if you make it a habit to sleep less regularly, it will harm your body. You feel moody or irritable and have trouble focusing or remembering things, and you feel tired or sleepy during the day.
2. Those who wake up at night:
If you wake up many times while sleeping at night, this is a problem. Even after a full night in bed, you’ll still feel tired in the morning, and you may also feel more anxious or stressed.
3. Sleepers with poor sleep quality:
Even if you stay in bed long enough, your body and brain won’t get enough rest. And maybe 7 to 8 hours but I still wake up feeling tired, low energy, or fatigued to feel fresh. Your digestive system is affected and you experience many emotional ups and downs.
4. Sleep aid users:
Many people use medications, sleeping pills, or natural supplements to help them fall asleep properly. While these may be helpful in the short term, using them too frequently may not be healthy for your body and mind. You may feel sleepy or foggy during the day and also experience memory problems or low mental alertness.
5. Daytime sleepy sleepers:
This could be a sign of poor sleep quality or an underlying health issue such as thyroid problems or even depression. You feel tired even after small tasks and have difficulty focusing at work or school.
Also read: World Mental Health Day 2025: How can Generation Z manage brain stress and improve well-being?
Tips that can help you sleep properly:
If you are going to sleep, go somewhere dark and quiet. Stay away from phones, tablets and television for at least 30 hours–60 minutes before sleep. Avoid tea, coffee and energy drinks later in the day. These can keep your body awake and make it difficult to fall asleep. Try to sleep at the same time every day; It creates a routine and balances your sleep cycle.
By following these steps, you can maintain your sleep pattern and live a healthy lifestyle.
