Why are people angry after naps?

Why do I feel worse after taking a nap? That familiar groggy feeling is called “sleep inertia,” and it means that your brain wants to keep sleeping and complete a full sleep cycle.

Is there anything wrong with taking a nap?

Short naps generally don’t affect nighttime sleep quality for most people. But if you experience insomnia or poor sleep quality at night, napping might worsen these problems. Long or frequent naps might interfere with nighttime sleep.

Is napping bad for mental health?

Naps, if kept to about 30 minutes long and not too close to bedtime, can be a nice way to recharge and reframe thinking, Dr. Dimitriu says. As long as they don’t interfere with nighttime sleep, or result from not getting enough sleep at night, they can be healthy and restorative.

Why do I wake up in a rage?

Waking up in a bad mood could be diet-related and caused by low blood sugar levels, so it pays to eat well before you head for bed. ‘Some people are more sensitive to low blood sugar than others, which means that their blood sugar levels can fluctuate more easily,’ says Nutritional therapist Jackie Lynch.

Why do I feel drugged when I wake up?

Gartenberg: When you wake up, you have something called “sleep inertia.” It can last for as long as two hours. That’s why you get that groggy feeling, and if you’re sleep deprived, it’s going to be worse, too. Studies also show that if you wake up while in deep sleep, you’re going to have worse sleep inertia.

Is taking a nap good for anxiety?

The evidence suggests that napping is great for improving mood, energy, and productivity while reducing anxiety and physical and mental tension.”

Why do naps help anxiety?

There is a sense of unease and apprehension and it can be quite disabling to function in your daily life. Throughout the day we come across stressful events, which trigger our anxiety, and studies show that taking a nap can calm our nerves and reduce the chances of an anxiety attack.