Think you can’t get too much of a good thing? When it comes to sleep, you actually can. 😴 Here's the breakdown: 💡The Sweet Spot: While the amount of sleep varies based on factors like age and lifestyle, the target range for most adults is 7–9 hours. 📋 Symptoms: Frequently oversleeping may indicate hypersomnia, a condition marked by extreme daytime sleepiness, sleeping up to 18 hours a day, taking multiple daily naps, or still feeling exhausted after waking up. ⚠️ The Health Risks: Oversleeping from short-term sleep deprivation can cause temporary anxiety, brain fog, and low energy. However, chronic oversleeping is linked to higher long-term risks, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, stroke, coronary heart disease, and diabetes. 🔗 Tap the link in bio for our full guide on oversleeping and sleep guidelines. Article Medically Reviewed By: Meir Kryger, MD, FRCP(C) Article Review Date: 3/26/24 Source: Ashley Marcin. (2024, March 26). How Much Sleep Is Too Much Sleep? What to ...