Most Australians are not meeting national recommendations for how much sleep
is required each night, with many experiencing some form of sleep problem.
Australian Adults Suffer from at least 2 sleep related problems
In a study conducted in 2016, it was estimated that 48% of all Australian adults had at least two sleep-related problems.
Poor sleep can seriously affect our quality of life and increase the risk of developing chronic health conditions including but not limited to hypertension, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and mental health conditions.
Sleep related problems fall into following categories and are considered a problem when they occur a few times a week or more:
SHORT SLEEP
Getting less sleep than recommended
LONG SLEEP
Sleeping longer than recommended
POOR SLEEP QUALITY
Includes taking too long to fall asleep,
waking frequently or for long periods
DOCTOR-DIAGNOSED SLEEP DISORDERS
Such as insomnia, restless leg syndrome,
and obstructive sleep apnea
Sleep related problems fall into following categories and are considered a problem when they occur a few times a week or more:
According to the Department of Health 2017, 2019a, children and young people need 8 to 17 hours of sleep a day, dependent on age. Australian adults are recommended to get 7 to 9 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night.
Ultramatic is an Australian-owned sleep health company, established in 2011, with a commitment to offering solutions to target the various issues associated with sleeping. Contact us today for help or advice.