Relationship between Sleep Deprivation, Mindful Attention and Perceived Stress among Young Adults (Male and Female)

Sleep is crucial for maintaining psychological well-being as well as cognitive functioning. Young adults are increasingly experiencing sleep deprivation, which may have an influence on psychological functions like perceived stress and attention. This study investigated the relationship between sleep deprivation, mindful attention, and perceived stress in young adults (both males and females). The study was conducted on a sample of 200 young adults (Males:100, Females:100) aged between 18–29 years from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Data were studied using Pearson’s product-moment correlation via SPSS, adopting the correlational research method. The results showed a significant negative relationship between sleep deprivation, mindful attention in male participants, but this correlation was not statistically significant in females. A significant positive relationship is observed in sleep deprivation, perceived stress among both male and female individuals. Overall, the data largely supported the cited hypothesis, suggesting that increased levels of sleep deprivation correlate with higher perceived stress and lower mindful attention in young individuals. The study underlines the significance of sufficient sleep and indicates that sleep patterns may affect stress levels and attentional awareness in young individuals.