TED-Ed: What would happen if you didn't sleep? - Claudia Aguirre

In 1965, Randy Gardner stayed awake for 11 days to test the effects of sleep deprivation, experiencing severe cognitive and physical symptoms. Sleep is crucial for health, with adults needing 7-8 hours and adolescents about 10. Lack of sleep can lead to serious health issues, including increased stroke risk and fatal familial insomnia. The brain's glymphatic system clears waste during sleep, highlighting sleep's restorative role.

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