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Sleep deprivation facts for kids

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Sleep deprivation is the condition of not having enough sleep. The condition affects the brain and its cognitive function. The condition can be either chronic or acute. Paradoxically, sleep deprivation can be used to treat certain disorders, such as clinical depression. Sleep deprivation has also been used as a form of torture.

Effects of sleep deprivation
Main health effects of sleep deprivation.
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Minor dark circles, in addition to a hint of eye bags, a combination suggestive of minor sleep deprivation.

Generally, sleep deprivation may result in:

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Privación de sueño para niños

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