The effect of Sleep Deprivation on Cognitive Performance

Insa Irshad Ansari, Fatima Ijaaz, Rimsha Aslam, Arooj Fatima, Umar Hayat, Muskan Sohail and Muskan Sohail
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Insa Irshad Ansari: City College of Science and Commerce, University Campus, Multan, Pakistan
Fatima Ijaaz: City College of Science and Commerce, University Campus, Multan, Pakistan
Rimsha Aslam: City College of Science and Commerce, University Campus, Multan, Pakistan
Arooj Fatima: Lecturer City College of Science and Commerce, University Campus, Multan, Pakistan
Umar Hayat: Ph.D Scholar Department of Business and Admisntration, NCBA&E Sub Campus, Multan, Pakistan
Muskan Sohail: City College of Science and Commerce, University Campus, Multan, Pakistan
Muskan Sohail: City College of Science and Commerce, University Campus, Multan, Pakistan

Bulletin of Business and Economics (BBE), 2025, vol. 14, issue 1, 39-43

Abstract: A lack of sleep, or sleep deprivation (SD), is a widespread phenomenon that can induce adverse changes in cognitive performance. Sleep deprivation can have significant effects on memory and cognitive function, which is a major concern for students. Correlational research design was used to conduct this quantitative research. Survey was administered with closed ended questionnaires as method of data collection. Convenient sampling technique was employed to select the sample of study 100 (male=50, female=50) college students. Findings of the study reveal that there is significant positive correlation between sleep deprivation, forgetfulness distractibility and false triggering. Moreover, females reported greater level of sleep deprivation, forgetfulness distractibility and false triggering as compared to male students. The study might also suggest that organizations (like schools, workplaces, or healthcare settings) consider the cognitive impacts of sleep deprivation in their policies. For instance, allowing for more breaks, nap opportunities, or prioritizing sleep education might enhance cognitive performance in high-stakes environments.

Keywords: Sleep deprivation; cognitive performance (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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