Natural short sleeper
Alternative names:
sleep - natural short sleeper
Definition:
An individual who requires less than the generally considered
normal amount of sleep (8 to 10 hours) and is able to function
normally.
Information:
Although there is a broad range in the amount of time individuals
need to sleep, the typical person requires an average of 7
to 10 hours each night. We all know people who are able to
function well on much less sleep. Thomas Edison, for one,
is reputed to have required very little sleep. Some of these
"short sleepers" compensate by napping, but others just require
less sleep. This is just one example of the variations that
occur among normal individuals. If you are a "natural short
sleeper," who is functioning effectively during the day on
less than 7 hours of sleep, there is no need to consult a
physician.
Update Date: 02/09/00
Updated by: J. Gordon Lambert, MD, Associate Medical Director,
Utah Health Informatics and adam.com
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