Lack of sleep had an effect on diabetes

Scientists emphasised that when assessing the relationship between sleep deprivation and type 2 diabetes, it is important to consider the causes of short sleep duration. In case a person sleeps little due to apnoea, i.e. stopping breathing during sleep, it may increase the risk of diabetes. In addition, the study authors suggested focusing on ways to reduce this risk beyond getting more sleep. They noted that for many adults, the task of sleeping longer each day may not be feasible due to life circumstances.

At the same time, the scientists reminded that the effects of sleep deprivation vary from person to person. This is due to genetic differences and individual actual need for sleep.