Sleep Deprivation Among Medical Students in Malaysia

Abstract

Adequate sleep is crucial to achieve optimal brain's ability to learn and remember. Sleep deprivation adversely affects the brain and cognitive functions and a major source of morbidity. Sleep deprivation is associated with increased risks of hypertension, diabetes, obesity, ischemic heart disease, stroke, motor vehicles accidents and medical errors. Lack of sleep can be due to lifestyle habits and sleep disorders. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, related factors and effects of sleep deprivation among medical students in Malaysia.