Sleep deprivation increases aggressive behavior in humans
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SUPPORTED
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Experimental and survey-based research indicates that sleep deprivation and poor sleep quality are associated with increased aggressive behavior and emotional dysregulation.
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Sleep restriction alters reactive aggressive behavior and its relationship with sex hormones
2018 · cited by 11
Demonstrates that sleep restriction can lead to higher levels of reactive aggression in certain populations, such as women in the follicular phase.
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The Role of Poor Sleep Quality and Disrupted Social Bonds in Stress‐Fueled Aggressive Behavior: A Mixed‐Methods Analysis
2025 · cited by 0
Shows that poor sleep quality is significantly associated with stress-fueled aggressive behavior and acts as a mediating factor.