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In basic terms, sleep deprivation just means not getting enough sleep. It could be acute or chronic, and in most cases it will eventually cause fatigue, daytime sleepiness, weight gain or loss, and clumsiness. If you do not get at least six hours of sleep every night on a regular basis, you are most likely going to end up sleep deprived. There can be physical or mental causes for this condition, and there are four general categories of this condition: Continue reading →