There's nothing worse than waking up in the middle of a super restful sleep cycle, whether you are startled by the neighbor's dog or an unwanted text message. That feeling has a name. Sleep inertia happens when you wake up from deep sleep, and it can cause slow reaction time, irritability, grogginess and confusion.
Alexandra Frost is a freelance writer based in Cincinnati. She specializes in health and wellness, parenting, and education, often exploring themes related to family relationships and lifestyle choices. Alexandra's work has been featured in a variety of prominent publications including The Atlantic, National Geographic, and USA TODAY.














