Sleep Fact #7: Falling Asleep Shouldn’t Take Long
If you practice good sleep hygiene, it should take between 10 to 20 minutes to fall asleep at bedtime. If you regularly fall asleep in less than 10 minutes, your body is likely exhausted and not getting enough quality sleep throughout the week. You may also be dealing with a sleep disorder, so it’s important to consult your physician about any sleep concerns you have.
Sleep Fact #8: Sleep Recommendations Varies By Age
It’s quite unlikely you need as much sleep as a newborn — upward of 17 hours daily. As the body ages, it requires less sleep. The average adult between the ages of 18 and 60 needs seven hours or more nightly according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Older adults may get less naturally due to pains or other health conditions that prevent them from getting comfortable.