Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Asked 5 months ago

How long can u go without sleep?

I'm preparing for my exams and have been pulling a lot of all-nighters lately. Sometimes I feel really spaced out. Just wondering generally, how long can someone go without sleeping before it becomes a serious issue?

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Anjali Nair Anjali Nair Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago
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I totally get it, sometimes life gets so busy or stressful that you just can't sleep. But please try not to go more than 24 hours without rest, as it really starts affecting your mental peace and body. Take care and try to close your eyes even for a bit.

Sarabjit Kaur Sarabjit Kaur Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

During my kids' exams or when they were babies, I stayed awake for almost 3 days straight with just tiny naps. It makes you so irritable and weak. Please don't do this to your health, try to get at least 4 hours of continuous sleep if possible.

Snehal Patil Snehal Patil Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Actually yaar, after just 36 hours of no sleep, you start feeling super trippy and nauseous. I did it once during a college trip and it took me three days to recover properly. Sleep is super important, don't skip it.

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Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

A human body can pull through for 2-3 days in emergencies, but why do that to yourself? 😴 Your bed is waiting, so please keep the phone away and get a good night's rest! Sleep makes everything better.

Rohan Das Rohan Das Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

As an IT guy on release weeks, I have pulled a continuous 40 hours without sleep. Honestly, by the end of it, I was talking to my laptop and forgot my own password. Your body can survive it, but your brain will absolutely quit on you.

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Vikram Mehta Vikram Mehta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

You can survive a few days without sleep, but your focus and energy will crash completely after 24 hours. Don't push it.

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