Sleep deprivation impairs decision-making and risk perception

A recent study from the University of Ottawa and the University of Pennsylvania found that a single night of sleep deprivation significantly decreases brain activation related to win and loss outcomes during decision-making. The research involved 56 healthy adults and highlighted the impact of sleep loss on risk perception and emotional responses. The study emphasizes the critical role of adequate sleep in maintaining effective decision-making abilities, particularly in high-stress professions.