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@article{178989,
        author = {Anita Sonowal and Prof. Dr Rahul Sharma},
        title = {Impact of Irregular Sleep Patterns on Blood Pressure among Urban Adults in a Selected Ward of Guwahati, Assam},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {12},
        pages = {5355-5358},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=178989},
        abstract = {Introduction: Sleep plays a critical role in cardiovascular regulation. Irregular sleep patterns may contribute to elevated blood pressure and increase the risk of hypertension. Objectives: To assess the impact of irregular sleep patterns on blood pressure among urban adults in a selected ward of Guwahati, Assam. Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 50 adults aged 25–60 years using purposive sampling. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) was used to assess sleep quality. Blood pressure was measured using a validated digital sphygmomanometer. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results and Interpretation: A significant association was found between poor sleep quality (PSQI > 5) and elevated blood pressure (p < 0.05). Participants with irregular sleep had higher prevalence of prehypertension and hypertension. Conclusion: Irregular sleep patterns are significantly associated with increased blood pressure. Promoting healthy sleep hygiene is essential for cardiovascular health.},
        keywords = {Sleep Quality, Blood Pressure, PSQI, Hypertension, Urban Adults},
        month = {May},
        }