Discuss the normal sleep requirements for human adults, defining both short and long sleep

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Sleep experts report that most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep each night to feel alert and well rested. Any amount less than 7 hours is considered short sleep, whereas any amount more than 9 hours is considered long sleep.

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A. the description of physical disabilities B. a manual that contains descriptions of the symptoms of psychiatric disorders C. a system of classification of mental health workers D. a code to indicate the presence of antisocial behavior E. a means for determining the length of time a person with a mental disorder can be treated

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