Irritability
Irritability [10] is characterized by a short temper, frustration, and petulance. Both children and adults can manifest these habits in response to a wide range of stressful situations. Children, for example, may become more irritable when they feel sick or tired.
Sleep deprivation is one of the most common causes of increased irritability. If you do not get enough sleep at night, you’re likely to wake up cranky and become upset about minor issues.
If you find yourself getting easily irritated when you spend shorter times sleeping, it is an indication that you are sleep-deprived. You should rest more. Always try to get up to the recommended 7 to 8 hours of sleep every night.
Conclusion
Although you should not wait until this happens, experiencing symptoms of sleep deprivation should prompt you to improve the quality and hours of your sleep. Doing this can improve your life span, save you from health complications, and improve your general performance.
References:
[1] https://www.cedars-sinai.org/health-library/diseases-and-conditions/s/sleep-deprivation.html
[2] https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/sleep-deprivation-effects-on-memory
[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2864873/
[4] https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/features/emotions-cognitive
[5] https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/sleep-deprivation-effects-on-memory
[6] https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/memory-and-sleep
[7] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/255511
[8] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2528817/
[9] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3768102/
[10] https://www.healthline.com/health/irritability