GRANTS, N.M. — A recent study has shed light on a looming sleep crisis in New Mexico, revealing that 17 percent of the state's adults suffer from sleep deprivation due to financial concerns. This translates to a staggering 360,757 individuals.
Commissioned by BadCredit.org in September 2023, the study examined the troubling connection between money worries and sleep disturbances. In collaboration with County Health Rankings, the study crossreferenced data on insufficient sleep with financial liabilities (excluding mortgages) that kept respondents awake at night.
Cities in New Mexico most affected by this trend include Grants with 1,832 adults, Roswell at 9,504, Gallup with 4,356, Alamogordo at 6,138, and Farmington registering 8,910.
Financial concerns are not just a monetary matter. They also carry emotional and mental repercussions. A wealth of research underscores the negative impact of financial stress on mental wellbeing, particularly its role in sleep disorders. Inadequate sleep has been linked to a myriad of health complications, both mental and physical.
The survey, which encompassed 3,000 respondents, revealed a nationwide trend. Hawaii topped the list, with 28% of its residents – equating to 410,410 individuals – citing financial liabilities as the root of their sleep disturbances. The list of the top ten states most affected includes: 1. Hawaii: 28 percent 2. West Virginia: 26 percent 3. Rhode Island: 23 percent 4. Idaho: 23 percent 5. Kansas: 22 percent 6. Connecticut: 21 percent 7. Arizona: 21 percent
8. South Carolina: 21 percent 9. New Jersey: 21 percent
10. Maine: 21 percent Vermont showcased a relatively healthier trend, with only 9 percent of its residents reporting financial- related sleep issues.
The study’s interactive map detailing the findings across America can be accessed and embedded from their site.
Beyond the data, Bad-Credit.org emphasizes the human side of the issue. Financial anxieties can pave the way for a slew of mental health problems. Chronic financial stress can eventually manifest as physical ailments, including headaches, muscle tension, heart issues, and, evidently, sleep disturbances.
For more detailed insights and specific county information, individuals and agencies are encouraged to contact Bad-Credit.Org.