We are often reminded of the dangers of getting too little sleep. But are you aware that sleeping too much also has its risks?
According to the National Sleep Foundation, seven to nine hours is the normal and healthy amount of sleep for most adults between 18 and 65 years of age.
Oversleeping is called hypersomnia, or "long sleeping." It's a condition in which you feel excessive sleepiness during the day and may occur even after long periods of sleep.
Hypersomnia is uncommon, with men at a slightly higher rate of having it than women. People with this condition sometimes require as much as 10 to 12 hours of sleep per night to feel their best.
During weekends and days off, those with hypersomnia may sleep as much as 15 hours at a time.
Long sleepers often find it difficult to wake up to alarm clocks. They may also be difficult to wake by others.
Hypersomnia typically starts in childhood. However, the condition is difficult to detect in kids because they routinely sleep more than adults.
Research links a number of health conditions that might cause you to oversleep. These include thyroid issues.
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