How many hours do you really need to sleep to be more productive, according to science?

Posted on January 9, 2025

Adults (18-64 years): it is recommended between 7 and 9 hours per night.

Older adults (65 years and older): 7 to 8 hours is suggested.

Teenagers (14-17 years): should sleep between 8 and 10 hours.

Impact of sleep on productivity

Sleep has a big impact on our productivity. Some of the areas that benefit from a healthy sleep routine include:

According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleep recommendations vary by age: