Catching up on sleep debt
Sleep debt builds up when you repeatedly sleep less than you need. It shows up as tiredness, irritability, difficulty concentrating and sugar cravings. This guide helps you work out your own sleep need and pay off the debt without upsetting your rhythm.
You will need
- A sleep diary
- An alarm clock
- A calendar showing your evenings
- 2 weeks of time
Steps
Recognise the signs of sleep debt
If you need an alarm clock every morning, fall asleep the moment your head hits the pillow and sleep 2–3 hours longer at weekends, you've probably built up sleep debt.
Find out your sleep need
Keep your wake-up time
Go to bed earlier
Clear your evenings
Use naps carefully
Be careful when you're tired
Look into prolonged tiredness
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