(HealthDay News) -- Sleep is essential for the well-being of your entire body, including brain and emotional health.

The U.S. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute mentions these potential side effects of sleep deprivation:

• Difficulty making decisions.
• Difficulty with problem-solving.
• Difficulty adapting to significant change.
• Difficulty controlling emotions and behavior.
• Increased risk of depression, suicide or engaging in risky behavior.

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