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Tom’s Guide
Technology
Jenny Haward

Can't sleep for more than 6 hours? Experts share 3 common reasons why — plus tips to sleep through the night

Young woman is wide awake at night and wants to fall back to sleep fast.

Getting enough sleep is vital for our mental and physical health, and regularly missing out on rest can lead to sleep deprivation, and with it, symptoms like fatigue, irritability, grogginess and headaches.

But what if you have every intention of sleeping for the 7-9 hours recommended for healthy adults each night, but simply can't sleep for more than 6 hours?

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