> Do Older People Need Less Sleep?
It is a common misconception that older adults require less sleep than younger individuals. Many older adults have a hard time getting the sleep they need, but that does not mean they need less sleep. In general, adults should aim to get at least seven hours of sleep each night.

=> https://www.sleepfoundation.org/aging-and-sleep

>it seems to me that we need less sleep as we get older.

oh interesting, could other stackers verify this? 👀

Natalia

During the workweek, I'm lucky to get 6 hours of sleep, unfortunately :(

Yes, the body needs good sleep to recover. The amount of sleep needed varies from person to person, and it seems to me that we need less sleep as we get older. I take advantage of the weekend to sleep and go out. I try not to look at computers or phones.

Stacker Saloon

saloon

During the workweek, I'm lucky to get 6 hours of sleep, unfortunately :(

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Yes, the body needs good sleep to recover. The amount of sleep needed varies from person to person, and it seems to me that we need less sleep as we get older. I take advantage of the weekend to sleep and go out. I try not to look at computers or phones.