Having a strict and persistent sleep routine is key to healthy sleeping. Our body regulates sleep by using two different internal …show more content…
Mental disorders in regard to sleep deprivation include depression, anxiety disorders, increased probability of Alzheimer’s, and insomnia. Additionally, posttraumatic stress and attention deficit disorder could be caused by sleep problems. An American research study of patients suffering from sleep apnea found that the condition doubled the chances of suffering from depression. “In the great majority of people who have psychological problems a common finding is disturbed sleep, because in order to have a good night’s sleep you need an untroubled mind” (Macdonald-Smith, 2009). Additionally, a study from the University of Bonn and King 's College London discovered that twenty-four hours of sleep deprivation could lead to conditions in healthy persons similar to the symptoms of schizophrenia (Universität Bonn). However, a lack of sleep will not cause these disorders, but instead strengthen or cause us to become more aware of