Sleepis essential to living wellboth physically and mentally, and everyone needs and deserves a good nights sleep.
Individual sleep requirements vary based on age, activity level, and existing medical conditions.
However, the evidence is inconclusive.
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How Many Hours of Sleep Do Women Need?
On average, healthy adults should get between seven and nine hours of sleep each night.
However, there is limited research on how much sleep women need.
It is important to consider that this recommendation is for generally healthy adults.
The quality of your sleep is also important.
Feeling tired during the day and needing to rely oncaffeineare signs that you need more quality sleep.
Why Do Women Need More Sleep?
Various factors contribute to why women may need an average of 11 minutes more sleep than men.
Hormones and Menstruation
Monthlyhormonalchanges can impact sleep quality and duration.
Hormone changes during perimenopause and menopause may also contribute to sleep disruptions.
Additional lifestyle factors contribute to this increased risk.
The increased mental and practical load carried by women may lead to a need for additional sleep.
Different Views on Sleep
Men and women have different views on sleep.
How Much Sleep Do You Need?
Theamount of sleepyou need depends on your sex, age, and physical and mental health.
Anyone facing physical or mental health challenges may need more sleep.
Summary
Everyone needs sleep to maintain their health and live well.
The amount of sleep needed varies by person.
Healthy adults need seven to nine hours of sleep per night.
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