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Do Epileptics Need More Sleep?

Sophia Al-Mansoor • • 7 min read
Do Epileptics Need More Sleep?

Sleep and Epilepsy
And while a good night's sleep plays a key role in the overall well-being and health of all people it is even more vital in people with epilepsy. One reason why is because a lack of sleep or poor quality of sleep can in turn increase frequency of seizures.

How much sleep should an epileptic get?

There is a significant relationship between sleep deprivation and seizures in people with epilepsy. While individual sleep needs vary, the recommended amount of sleep for children is 10 to 12 hours per day, for teenagers 9 to 10 hours, and for adults 7 to 8 hours. The majority of SUDEP cases occur during the night.

Why do people with epilepsy need more sleep?

Having a good night's sleep helps our brains to recover from the day's events, so that we can function well the next day. For some people with epilepsy a lack of sleep can make seizures more likely to happen, for others having seizures at night can make them feel tired during the day.

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Sophia analyzes international trade, startup ecosystems, retail transformation, and supply chain logistics for modern digital publications.