Findings from 30,000 respondents show that while sleep is recognized as a pillar of long-term health, more than half of people struggle to get consistent rest.
RT’s Three Key Takeaways:
- Health Prioritization: Over 53% of global respondents rank sleep as the most important factor for long-term health, placing it ahead of both diet and exercise.
- Consistency Deficit: Despite recognizing its importance, the majority of surveyed individuals report achieving a good night’s sleep four nights a week or fewer.
- Screening Needs: The survey data suggests a clear opportunity for healthcare professionals to improve education, screening, and diagnosis to help patients access pathways to care.
Resmed unveiled findings from its sixth annual Global Sleep Survey, which highlights a widening gap between the recognition of sleep’s importance and the actions taken to improve sleep health, according to the company.
The survey, which gathered insights from 30,000 people across 13 countries including the US, China, and the United Kingdom, found that 84% of respondents worldwide understand that consistent, quality sleep can help extend a healthy lifespan. However, awareness has not yet translated into consistent results for most participants.
According to the data, 53% of respondents report getting a good night’s sleep only four nights a week or fewer. This highlights a persistent gap between the knowledge that sleep is critical and the ability to prioritize it as part of a healthy lifestyle.
“People are increasingly recognizing sleep as a cornerstone to long-term health, which is encouraging,” said Carlos Nunez, chief medical officer at Resmed, in a news release. “But recognition alone is not enough. We need to help people move from awareness to action by addressing everyday barriers and improving access to screening, support, and care.”
The findings indicate that everyday pressures continue to disrupt sleep patterns worldwide. Resmed noted that these results represent a clear opportunity for the healthcare industry to improve education and screening processes so sleep issues can be identified earlier and patients can access necessary pathways to care.
The independent survey included participants from the US, China, India, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, Korea, Brazil, Poland, Singapore, and Mexico. The survey was developed in partnership with The Sleep Health Foundation and The Sleep Charity to identify and refine key focus areas regarding global sleep trends.
