London: On media platforms there has been a surge of disturbing images featuring a ‘digital model,’ with the intention of shedding light on the serious effects of not getting enough sleep. The model is referred to as ‘Hannah.’. It was brought to life by sleep specialist Dr. Sophie Bostock to showcase the health repercussions of getting less than six and a half hours of sleep per night by the year 2050.
In the portrayal of ‘Hannah,’ characterized as a 45-year-old British woman facing various concerning health challenges, such as persistent back discomfort and signs of aging like loose skin and thinning hair, alongside swollen feet and bloodshot eyes, are highlighted issues for her well-being; additionally, her limbs seem notably slender, and she faces an elevated susceptibility to frequent bouts of flu owing to an impaired immune system.
Dr. Bostock and a team of sleep specialists suggest that adults aim for seven to nine hours of sleep each night to maintain health and well-being. Consistently failing to meet this goal can increase the likelihood of experiencing health issues down the line. Hannah was developed using insights from 19 research studies examining the impacts of sleep.
In today’s paced world. With the widespread use of smartphones becoming more prevalent than ever before in our daily lives, studies indicate that if the current habits persist over time and people continue to sleep, then what’s considered optimal… By 2050 we could witness a rise in health problems resulting from sleep deprivation… as illustrated by the case of ‘Rachel.’
By the time Hannah reaches 45 years old, according to the study findings mentioned in the research report, the ongoing impact of not getting sleep will make her feel tired all the time. Make it hard for her to stay active, leading to a decrease in physical activities. This lack of movement is expected to cause an increase in weight gain in the stomach area.
Furthermore, a lack of sleep has negatively impacted Hannah’s hormones that control her hunger and feeling of fullness.’ This hormonal disruption may boost her cravings. Prompt her to snack at night, potentially worsening the chances of developing obesity, heart complications, and type 2 diabetes.’