Article 2W2J6 Sense of purpose aids sleep, US scientists find

Sense of purpose aids sleep, US scientists find

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People who felt they had a strong purpose in life suffer from less insomnia and sleep disturbance, says neurologist

The secret to a good night's sleep later in life is having a good reason to get up in the morning, according to US researchers who surveyed people on their sleeping habits and sense of purpose.

People who felt they had a strong purpose in life suffered from less insomnia and sleep disturbances than others and claimed to rest better at night as a result, the study found.

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