Why Is Sleep Important Michael Twery Analysis

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The article I chose is "Why is Sleep Important?" by Michael Twery. I found the article on the U.S Department of Health & Human Services website. The article starts with the fact that 35 percent of adults report getting less than seven hours of sleep during a 24 hour period. I cannot say that I am surprised by that number, I know a lot of family and friends that struggle with falling asleep and staying asleep. I have an under active thyroid and I believe that I why I struggle with sleep. 15-20 percent of US adults have a chronic condition that effects sleep. A recent study in sleep health showed that a good nights sleep or lack of sleep is related to maintaining brain health and cognitive function and overall improves your well-being.

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