Almost the whole world has problems with sleep. Alarming test results
As if the world was not enough problems! The results of the latest, fifth edition of the « Resmed Global Sleep Survey » study leave no doubt: we experience the global sleep crisis. We have difficulty falling asleepwe wake up at night or sleep, but we do not sleep. What is even more alarming, despite the increase in the awareness of this process for our health and everyday functioning, many people still decide to suffer in silence than to ask for help to a specialist.
In the « Global Sleep Survey 2025 » study conducted by Resmed, the world leader of medical technologies related to sleep issues, was attended by 30,026 people from 13 countries, including USA, China, India, Japan, Great Britain, Germany and France. Its results are disturbing – almost the whole world has trouble sleeping, starting with the difficulty with falling asleep, by waking up during the night to sleep, which does not regenerate.
About a third of the participants admitted that they had difficulty falling asleep (34 percent) or keeping sleep (29 percent) for at least three nights a week. As the main causes of these problems, the respondents indicate: stress (57 percent), anxiety (46 percent) and financial pressure (31 %). In fourth place there were problems with mental health (17 %), and in the fifth – family problems or in a relationship (15 percent).
The highest percentage of all nationalities that participated in the study are the inhabitants of India in this field. As much as 94 percent respondents from this country said they were sleeping badly. Interestingly, women struggle with this problem more often than men (3,83 and 4.13, respectively, night sleeping nights a week). More ladies (38 percent) than men (29 percent) also have problems with the falling process itself.
As researchers indicate, a significant, though often overlooked factor affecting sleep, constitute hormonal changes, especially related to menopause. Difficulties in falling asleep at least three times a week report 44 percent. women during menopause, while among other women this percentage is 33 percent.
We have difficulty falling asleep and keeping sleep or sleep, but we do not sleep
While sleepy people have a better mood, concentration and noticeably higher productivity during the day, people struggling with sleep shortage report excessive drowsiness, irritability and difficulty concentration. As a result of sleep problems, however, not only our well -being can suffer and sanity.
– Chronic sleep problems affect our relationships with others, productivity in the workplace and increase the risk of deterioration of cognitive functions, mood disorders and serious health problems, such as heart failure and stroke – indicates Dr. Carlos M. Nunez, medical director of Resmed. – In people with untreated or poorly treated sleep apnea, this is even greater – he adds.
Therefore, in the case of sleep disorders, it is worth going to the doctor and talk about your ailments. Otherwise, sleep not only affects our health, but also professional and personal life.
A sleepless employee is a not very productive employee
The quality of sleep directly affects our daily functioning, including our performance at work. However, many employees are struggling with problems arising from sleep shortage.
Almost 71 percent Participants of the « Global Sleep Survey 2025 » study stated that due to bad sleep at least once during their professional career he had to take a sick leave. Most such cases took place in India (94 percent), as well as in China (78 percent), Singapore (73 %) and the USA (70 percent).
Almost half of the respondents (47 percent) believe that the quality of employees’ sleep is not a priority for their employers. Experts see the field to change. As they argue, workplaces are a good place to take initiatives aimed at promoting healthy sleeping habits.
The impact of sleep on relationships and relationships
18 percent couples who took part in the « Global Sleep Survey » study, she decided sleep separately because of snoring and restless sleep. Almost a third of them (31 percent) stated that this decision had a positive impact on their relationship, while 30 percent. It has the impression that their relationship has deteriorated.
« Sleepy divorce » also affects intimacy – 28 percent. respondents indicated that their sex life has improved since they were sleeping in separate beds, while 22 percent. declared the opposite situation.
We see the effects, but we don’t do anything about it. Specialists convince: it is worth going for help
Although many people complain about sleep problems and notice their real impact on their daily lives, almost every fourth respondent (22 percent) chooses further struggle with sleep shortage instead of looking for help.
The highest percentage are the inhabitants of Australia – as much as 41 percent. respondents from this country complain of low -quality sleep and does nothing about it.
– Good sleep is much more than relaxation – this is the basis of our health, productivity and quality of life. The current study clearly shows that many people still suffer from sleep problems, but often they do not treat them seriously enough. Everyone who regularly sleeps badly should seek professional help to avoid long -term health consequences – says in an interview with « Bild » prof. Dr. Inggo Fietze, president of the German sleep Foundation.
What to do to fall asleep faster and sleep better? Here are nine « Bild » tips:
- Keep a constant rhythm of the day.
- Medit.
- Eat your last meal early in the evening, not immediately before sleeping.
- Drink warming and relaxing teas.
- Choose paper books for reading and relaxing, not their electronic counterparts.
- Do not use the smartphone an hour before going to bed.
- Do not drink caffeine drinks in the afternoon.
- Replace the mattress on which you sleep once every 10 years.
- Before going to bed, take a warming shower or bath.
In addition, it is important to regularly practice physical activity and spend time outdoors every day.
The article was based on the translation of the text from Bild.de. Its author is Ralf Klostermann.
