SLEEP AND MENTAL HEALTH
- Shantay Davies-Balch
- Jun 26
- 1 min read
Updated: 2 days ago
Sleep plays a role in the health of nearly every cell in our bodies. Irregular sleep schedules, not getting enough sleep, and poor-quality sleep can interfere with our physical and mental health. Good sleep helps improve your mind and mood and can help prevent health problems.
Getting Enough Quality Sleep
Strengthens the immune system and helps fight off infections
Supports healthy metabolism, energy levels and reduced risk of obesity
Enhances memory and brain function
Improves your ability to manage stress
Restores emotional energy which can improve relationships and motivation
Helps you drive safer -“Drowsy driving” is the cause of many deathly car accidents
May help protect against brain disorders linked to stress and memory loss
Sleep and Mental Health
Your mind and body are healthier when you sleep well. Your body needs time every day to rest and heal. Some sleep disorders, such as insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless leg syndrome, make it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep. This can lead to daytime sleepiness and make it more difficult to stay in good mental health.
Having a sleep problem can also trigger a mental health condition or make current mental health conditions worse. Also, mental health conditions or treatments can sometimes cause sleep problems.
