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New Study Debunks Sleep Myths About Women

2/18/2025

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New research challenges the long-held belief that women require more sleep than men. Dr. Suzanne Bertisch reveals that the slight average difference of 11 minutes is not rooted in biology. With limited studies on gender sleep patterns, this finding invites a reevaluation of our understanding of sleep needs across genders.

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New research challenges the long-held belief that women require more sleep than men. Dr. Suzanne Bertisch reveals that the slight average difference of 11 minutes is not rooted in biology. With limited studies on gender sleep patterns, this finding invites a reevaluation of our understanding of sleep needs across genders.