How much sleep do I need?

Modified on Thu, 13 Apr, 2023 at 3:28 PM

How much sleep you need depends on your age. The National Sleep Foundation gives the following guidelines per age group:


Teenagers (14 - 17 years):  8 - 10 hours

Younger adults (18 - 25 years): 7 - 9 hours

Adults (26 - 64 years): 7 - 9 hours

Older adults (65+ years): 7 - 8 hours

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