How long should I take to fall asleep

Ideally, you should aim to fall asleep within about 15 to 30 minutes after going to bed. This range is considered normal and suggests that your body is ready for sleep, maintaining a healthy balance between the sleep pressure (adenosine accumulation throughout the day) and your internal circadian clock. If it takes longer than this, it might indicate issues with sleep onset, which could be influenced by factors like stress, caffeine intake, or irregular sleep patterns 1.

Maintaining regular sleep schedule consistency, including going to bed and waking up around the same times daily, can improve sleep quality and ease the transition into sleep. For most people, going to bed between 10:00 p.m. and midnight and waking up between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. works well, though individual needs can vary based on personal sleep patterns or 'chronotypes' 2.