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Sleeping too much may not mean you are well rested: Research reveals why long sleep can be your bodys quiet distress signal

Sleeping more than nine hours regularly may signal underlying health issues rather than good rest, research suggests. Studies link long sleep with higher illness and mortality rates, but experts say it often reflects conditions such as depression, chronic disease, medication use, or low physical activity. Mental health, inflammation, and lifestyle patterns strongly influence sleep duration. Persistent long sleep should prompt a broader health evaluation, not just concern about sleep hours alone.