Sleep and Emotion
Sleep deprivation significantly heightens the amygdala's response to negative stimuli, leading to increased emotional sensitivity. The medial prefrontal cortex, which normally helps regulate emotions, becomes less connected when sleep is lacking, resulting in uncontrolled emotional reactions. Research shows that even a few nights of insufficient sleep can trigger erratic emotional responses, highlighting the critical link between sleep quality and emotional stability.In this clip
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