In the Age of Comfort, Why Are so Many Americans Losing Sleep?

Despite technological advancements that have eliminated historical sleep threats, a modern crisis persists as 14.5% of U.S. adults struggle to fall asleep and nearly 18% have trouble staying asleep.

These challenges are deeply influenced by systemic disparities, with lower-income households and rural residents reporting significantly higher rates of sleep difficulty than their wealthier or urban counterparts.