Why sleep is important for brain health

Cleveland Clinic
A good night’s sleep does more than leave you feeling well-rested. Sleep experts from Cleveland Clinic say it helps your brain work at its best both now and as you age.

“It's critically important that we sleep to restore every cell in every organ of our body, including the brain. We have plenty of data to support how our brain, mood and psychiatric function decline in the absence of chronically good sleep,” said Nancy Foldvary, DO, a sleep specialist for Cleveland Clinic.

Poor sleep can leave you feeling irritable and make it harder to think clearly or focus on daily tasks. If being sleep deprived becomes a habit, it can impact memory and make problem-solving more difficult. An underlying sleep disorder could be contributing to the problem, and getting diagnosed can help lead to an effective treatment plan.