13/03/2026
March 13th is World Sleep day. Quality sleep is an essential part of daily living as it allows our bodies to rest and recharge for the day ahead. It allows the brain to consolidate memories, regulate emotions, and support cognitive function, while also enabling the body to repair tissues, strengthen the immune system, and balance hormones that control appetite and stress. Consistently not getting enough sleep can lead to serious health risks, including increased chances of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, depression, and weakened immunity. Chronic sleep deprivation also impairs concentration, reaction time, and decision-making, raising the risk of accidents at work or on the road.
Did you know that it's estimated that between 40-80% of children with Autism experience chronic sleep issues and that over 50% of children with Autism experience sleep problems that affect their learning and behavioral performance. Also, about 80% of autistic adults report sleep disturbances.
Did you know that insufficient sleep is linked to heightened anxiety, hyperactivity and challenging behaviors that negatively influence daily functioning?
Prioritizing quality sleep is not a luxury—it is a fundamental pillar of overall physical and mental well-being!
source: https://www.buildingblockstherapy.org/blog/autism-and-sleep