What is Sleep Debt?
Sleep debt is the gap between the amount of rest your body needs and what you actually get. Our tool is built for students, shift workers, and people with irregular schedules who often lose sleep without realizing it.
Why Sleep Debt Recovery Matters
Ignoring sleep debt can harm your focus, energy, and immune function. By tracking lost hours, you can plan to recover from sleep deficit and improve health.
Recovery Tips
- Gradually increase nightly rest until reaching your target hours.
- Use short naps strategically after night shifts.
- Stick to a consistent sleep schedule.
- Create a dark, quiet, and cool sleeping environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I recover from sleep debt in one weekend? Not fully — recovery is gradual, especially after long-term loss.
Is this calculator accurate? It’s an estimate based on your target hours and actual rest.