Your wacky sleeping patterns might be more harmful than you think. Here's exactly how many hours of sleep you should be getting based on age.

How much sleep should you be getting?

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A head-to-toe look at sleep deprivation effects and the hits your body takes when you forfeit those precious zzzs.

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Tired, grumpy and highly caffeinated? Join the club. Here are three signs your sleep deprivation may be insomnia.

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Can't get to sleep? Loren Witcher, program manager of Tools for Peace, has a few calming tips on how to fall asleep faster.

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A sleep expert explains how to get more out of your dreams. (Ryan Gosling appearances not guaranteed.)

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