We all know that staying up late tonight will impact us tomorrow. But what about the long-term effects? As this infographic from HealthCentral.com states, “Just one week of insufficient sleep alters the activity of our genes, which control our response to stress, immunity, inflammation and overall health.”
Skipping out on your Z’s can contribute to anxiety, depression, impaired cognition, an increased risk of certain diseases and more. Remember that next time you’re faced with the decision to either hit the hay or watch “just one more” episode of “Game of Thrones.”
