A recent study conducted by Statista Consumer Insights sheds light on the prevalence of sleep disorders across different countries, affecting more than one-third of respondents in 25 out of the 32 populations surveyed.
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Survey participants were asked about their experiences with sleep disorders in the year leading up to the study.
Furthermore, Statista’s Felix Richter highlights that across all countries examined, women were more likely to report experiencing sleep disorders compared to men.
In Sweden, where sleep troubles were most common, 56% of women reported symptoms of sleep disorders in the past year, while 45% of men did.
In the United States, there was a 4% difference (39% women to 35% men).
According to the Sleep Foundation, women and individuals assigned female at birth are at a higher risk of experiencing insomnia.
Experts attribute this to a mix of biological factors like hormone levels and societal influences, which “could be influenced by social and cultural differences.”
Additionally, predispositions to certain physical or mental health conditions are also considered as potential factors contributing to higher rates of sleep disturbances in women.