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8 Telltale Signs That You’re Not Getting Enough Sleep

A consistent lack of sleep can lead to many unpleasant side effects and long-term health risks.

Sophia KellerKaren Hovav, MD, FAAP
Written by Sophia Keller | Reviewed by Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP
Updated on August 5, 2025
Reviewed by Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP | August 6, 2025

Adults generally need at least 7 hours of sleep a night. Even just a few nights of poor sleep can lead to sleep deprivation. This comes with a lot of side effects that can make everyday situations harder and more intense. It can also increase your likelihood for certain health conditions.

If you have trouble sleeping, speaking with a health provider can help you get to the bottom of it.

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Sophia Keller
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Sophia Keller was an editorial intern on the GoodRx Health team. She has a bachelor’s degree in justice studies from Arizona State University.
Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP
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Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP, has more than 15 years of experience as an attending pediatrician. She has worked in a large academic center in an urban city, a small community hospital, a private practice, and an urgent care clinic.
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