SLEEP DEPRIVATION

Sleep deprivation is the condition of not having enough sleep , it can be

caused by variety of factors including medical conditions, life style choices
stress and work schedules. The effects of sleep deprivation include fatigue,
irritability difficulty concentrating and an increased risk of accidents and
illness. In the long term sleep deprivation can lead to serious problems such as
heart problem diabetes etc .

There are several ways to cope with sleep deprivation.

 Stick to a consistent sleep schedule.
 Create a healthy sleep environment.
 Limit screen time before bed. Games, TVs, laptops, and mobile phones
stimulate the brain through the activity itself and the bright light they emit.
 Don’t eat too late. Feeling hungry or being too full before going to bed can
interfere with sleep.
 Limit caffeine
 Do routine exercises.
 Reduce stress.
If you are sleep deprived inform your supervisor and team members , identify the
reason, and take adequate rest.