Why women's sleep is different:
Lifelong Hormonal Fluctuations
From puberty through menopause, hormone fluctuations alter sleep quality and architecture, often increasing the risk of insomnia at every life stage.
Shorter Circadian Rhythm
Women show a tendency toward earlier sleep and wake times, which can heighten sensitivity to sleep disruption and shift-work schedules
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40-60% more insomnia than men
Increased sleep challenges for women trace back to when they first get their periods which result in a 3-fold increase in sleep disturbances.
Different Sleep Architecture
Women tend to have longer sleep duration, higher sleep efficiency, and more REM sleep.
