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Men sleep better next to women, study finds

A study found that men sleep better next to women. Sharing a bed increases oxytocin levels and decreases cortisol, contributing to longer deep sleep phases. This effect is less pronounced in women due to frequent sleep interruptions.

In brief

  • Men sleep more soundly next to women.
  • Sharing a bed increases oxytocin levels in men.
  • Cortisol decreases in men during shared sleep.
  • Deep sleep phases last longer for men.
  • Women are more often disturbed by partner’s movements or snoring.
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