I agree with your assessment on sleep deprivation.  However, I wonder how many are affected by same due to the ambient noise of de-restricted mopeds, helicopters (seem to be on an uptick) and sleep apnea.  Sleep apnea?  Yes, how many have symptoms (snoring / abrupt waking) but don't get tested?  The havoc on your heart and internal organs to sudden jolts (snorting/snoring and gasping for air) elevates BP and basically shocks the internal organs.  It also wreaks havoc on sleep pattern and may cause someone to fall asleep at the wheel.  How many get tested?  Not many and the process takes an individuals commitment to get tested and treated if needed.  Not me?  The physiological (maxillofacial) characteristics of Asian, Pacific Islanders, African Americans, Hispanics lends itself to this ailment.  I've been tested and found to have a mild case...some cases are very severe.  By the way, noise reduction?  Use ear plugs...some are better than others so choose wisely.

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