If you are sleeping fewer hours than your natural sleep need, then you
A)are at risk for developing chronic sleep deprivation psychosis.
B)have trained yourself to be a short sleeper.
C)are building a sleep debt.
D)most likely have chronic insomnia that needs to be treated.

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Building a sleep debt occurs when you consistently sleep fewer hours than your body needs, leading to cumulative sleep deprivation over time. This can affect your cognitive functions, mood, and overall health. Choices A, B, and D describe specific conditions or adaptations that are not directly caused by simply sleeping fewer hours than needed.

If You Are Sleeping Fewer Hours Than Your Natural Sleep