"The Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Emotional and Physical Health"

Sleep psychologist Joshua Tal, PhD, challenges the current culture of sleep obsession, suggesting that the fear-mongering around sleep may be causing people to put too much pressure on themselves to get adequate rest. He advises against over-prioritizing sleep and encourages a more relaxed approach to occasional sleep loss, promoting experimentation with sleep hygiene practices. While chronic insomnia is a serious medical condition, he suggests that occasional sleepless nights are normal and not worth excessive anxiety.