Nap Research

Information courtesy of: Pew Research Center Publications

Feeling drowsy? A recent survey found that in a day, 34% of all Americans nap.
This study also found that men nap more than women; 38% to 31%.

Napping was found to be common at the lower end of the income scale (less than $30,000), and as income increased, napping declined.

In the 18 to 29 year old bracket, about a 1/3 said that they napped recently; 1/2 of the people 80 and older said they napped.

The survey also found a correlation between napping and difficulty sleeping. If this happens to you, your naps may be too long. Naps over 30 minutes can disrupt your sleep pattern and make it difficult to fall alseep at night. Naps 30 minutes and less are prefect ways to relax and recharge for the rest of your day.