Sleep deprivation may seem like a common aspect of every day life, especially in today’s busy culture, but it can lead to many serious issues.  Sleep recharges your life, and by simply getting enough of it, you can greatly diminish your chances of getting sick, injured, or even gaining unhealthy weight.  It even improves your memory function!  Furthermore, by getting a good night’s sleep on a regular basis, you can lessen your risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and many other serious health issues.  For further information on sleep and how to get more of it, read our blog.  

Sleep deprivation, whether chronic or acute, can have serious consequences.  Below is an infographic highlighting a few of the issues most commonly associated with sleep deprivation.