10 Symptoms of Sleep Deprivation
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #2: Memory Loss
While our memories are quite impressive, they are not perfect. We can forget certain events or facts and it can lead to some awkward moments. Such memory loss is not usually significant, though, but it can be devastating to families in some cases. Memory loss is also a symptom of not getting enough sleep.
Studies have shown that as we are sleeping, events occur in the brain that help memories to become firmly implanted in our minds. This helps us to remember them when needed. However, if these memory consolidating events cannot take place due to a lack of sleep, then we are less likely to remember even important facts.
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