Amid Russia War, Ukraine Is Dealing With a Sleep Deprivation Crisis
nytimes.comPublished: 4/25/2025
Summary
In the early days of the war in Ukraine, 22-year-old Sofia Tsarenko found relief from anxiety by drinking wine with friends, but as the conflict worsened, she struggled to cope without it, eventually seeking help with sleep aids and antidepressants. Now, three years into the war, sleep deprivation has emerged as a significant health issue across Ukraine, exacerbated by constant reminders of the conflict like drone attacks, according to experts.