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Stress and sleep are closely related. Stress raises cortisol levels, delays sleep, reduces sleep quality, and may increase the likelihood of nightmares. A lack of sleep can also affect day-to-day ...

How does your brain know when it's time to sleep? There are two main factors: Hours Awake. The longer you've been awake, the stronger your drive for sleep. Circadian Rhythm. Your body operates on a ...