Archive · 17 Nov 2025
Sleep Deprivation: A Global Workplace Concern
Sleep is super important for us to work and live our best lives.
A big study found that almost half of people who work have missed going to work because they were too tired from not sleeping well.
In India, almost half of the workers have taken time off because of being sleepy.
This is a big problem because when people are tired, they can't do their jobs as well, and it makes them unhappy.
Some people in India work very late at night, which makes it even harder to sleep.
Even though many people in India feel their bosses care about sleep, lots of people still don't get enough sleep or ask for help.
Sometimes, even partners snoring can make people sleep in different beds!
Women in India also seem to have more trouble sleeping than men.
This shows that getting good sleep is super important not just for us, but for everyone's work too.
Nearly half of global workforce misses work due to sleep-related fatigue.
In India, 47% of employed professionals have taken sick leave due to sleep deprivation.
37% of Indian workers regularly work night shifts, disrupting sleep cycles.
80% of Indian respondents perceive strong employer support for sleep, but action lags behind.
Sleep fatigue impacts employee well-being, productivity, and professional performance.
- Who
- Employees globally, with a focus on Indian workers
- What
- Significant number of employees missing work due to sleep fatigue, highlighting productivity and well-being impacts.
- When
- The study was published in 2025, reflecting recent data.
- Where
- Global, with specific data from 13 countries including India.
- Why
- Sleep deprivation disrupts natural sleep cycles, impacts employee well-being and professional performance, leading to missed workdays and affecting productivity.
Employee Perspective
Employer Perspective
Workplace Support for Sleep
Employee Perspective
Employees in India perceive high employer support for sleep's importance (80%), higher than the global average.
Employer Perspective
The study highlights a 'silent crisis' where the workplace impact of fatigue is immense, suggesting a gap between perceived and actual support or action.
Addressing Sleep Issues
Employee Perspective
Half of respondents indicate they would seek help for sleep problems.
Employer Perspective
Despite awareness, a substantial number of employees delay or avoid addressing sleep issues, indicating a need for proactive workplace strategies.
- Global Study Scope
- 30,026 respondents across 13 countries
- Indian Employees Missing Work Due to Sleep Deprivation
- 47%
- Indian Workers Regularly Working Night Shifts
- 37% (starting after 9 PM)
- Indian Employees Perceiving Employer Support for Sleep
- 80%
- Indian Couples Opting for Separate Sleeping Arrangements
- 42%
- Indian Women Taking Sick Leave for Sleep Issues vs. Men
- 17% vs. 12%
