Affects emotions and social interactions

Lack of sleep makes it more difficult to control your emotions and communicate with others. Sleep-deprived people experience loneliness and are less likely to interact with others, avoiding close contact much in the same way as people with social anxiety, according to UC Berkeley researchers.

Additionally, those who consistently lack sleep are more likely to withdraw from social events and feel lonely. Making sleep a priority might help you become more social and enhance your relationships with others. Moreover, lack of sleep makes people more emotionally sensitive, which makes them quick to judge, short-tempered, and emotionally volatile. People who lack sleep are more prone to respond negatively to bad situations. Never be reluctant to ask a friend, family member, or health professional for help if you feel lonely or have emotional outbursts.