Lack of Sleep in Childhood Linked to Increased Psychosis Risk
From Neuroscience News
Link: https://lnkd.in/d2MKqNqg
Summary: Children who consistently experience insufficient sleep from infancy through early childhood are significantly more likely to develop psychosis as young adults. Analyzing data from the Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children, researchers found that chronic sleep deprivation is a strong predictor of both psychotic disorders and psychotic episodes later in life.
This study, the first of its kind to connect persistent sleep problems with future mental health issues, underscores the importance of addressing sleep issues early. The research also explored potential biological explanations, such as immune system impairments, indicating complex interactions between sleep, physical health, and mental health.
Key Facts:
- Strong Link to Psychosis: Children who consistently had reduced sleep were more than twice as likely to develop psychotic disorders and nearly four times as likely to experience psychotic episodes in early adulthood.
- Long-Term Study Data: The findings are based on the comprehensive Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children, tracking sleep patterns from 6 months to 7 years and mental health at 24 years.
- Potential Biological Links: Preliminary findings suggest that immune system dysfunction, marked by elevated inflammation levels, may partially explain the relationship between sleep deprivation and psychosis, although other factors are likely involved.
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