What is in a good night's sleep? Researchers study the sleeping habits of young Australians

19/07/2023 6 min
What is in a good night's sleep? Researchers study the sleeping habits of young Australians

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Researchers behind one of the first comprehensive investigations of sleep habits of young Australians say it shows low sleep satisfaction may be a strong indicator for low mental and physical health. Sixty per cent of more than 1,200 young adults surveyed reported irregular sleep patterns, with a third sleeping less than the recommended seven to nine hours a night.

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