Sleep Divorce In New Jersey: A Growing Trend Among Married Couples

Why Couples Are Choosing To Sleep In Different Rooms

Whether it's because you snore loudly, work different schedules, or have other reasons, an increasing number of people are choosing to sleep in a separate bed from their significant other.

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So, you're not alone if this is something you do at home.

It's becoming a more common thing, with couples opting for a "sleep divorce."

Even moving their belongings out of the main bedroom and opting for one down the hall.

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The Rise Of Sleep Divorce In Relationships

According to a recent American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) survey, more than one-third of people say they occasionally or consistently sleep in another room to accommodate their partner.

We all know how hard it is to operate on little to no sleep, and the importance of getting a good night's rest.

"Getting the right amount of healthy sleep is important for relationships. Studies have shown that those in relationships who consistently experience poor sleep are more likely to engage in conflict with their partners and that sleep loss decreases levels of empathetic accuracy - meaning those who do not have enough sleep may be less able to understand or interpret their partners’ feelings," according to the report.

Another key takeaway from the study includes:

Men are most likely to sleep on the sofa or in the guest room, with 45% of males reporting they occasionally or consistently sleep in another room, compared with 25% of women.