Sleep Deprivation Warning: Stress, Poor Sleep, and Decreased Productivity Threaten Workers' Health and Performance
Workers are warned about the detrimental effects of reduced sleep hours. A cycle of stress, poor sleep hygiene, and decreased productivity is putting employees' health and job performance at risk.
Research shows that reduced sleep hours lead to lower concentration, decreased productivity, and increased stress at work. Stress, in turn, negatively impacts sleep due to the release of cortisol, a hormone that interferes with relaxation and sleep onset. Consistently going to bed late results in shorter, lower quality sleep, affecting the prefrontal cortex's functioning and cognitive abilities. This lack of rest negatively impacts performance in daily tasks, generating a spiral of stress and low productivity. In severe cases, physical and mental exhaustion due to lack of sleep can lead to absenteeism from work.
Experts advise that procrastination at bedtime, without a justified reason, is directly related to poorer sleep hygiene, reduced sleep duration, and higher fatigue levels the next day. Daily stress is also directly related to procrastination at bedtime, leading to a vicious cycle of poor sleep and increased stress. Lack of sleep due to stress can have serious long-term repercussions on mental health, such as anxiety and depression, and physical health, like cardiovascular problems.
Breaking this cycle requires establishing a fixed sleep routine, avoiding electronic devices before bed, managing stress healthily, and prioritizing self-care. Employers and employees alike should be aware of the importance of adequate sleep for overall well-being and productivity.
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