Switzerland’s sleep crisis deepens as work stress keeps a third awake at night
A new study titled What Makes Switzerland Tick? has revealed troubling trends about sleep and work stress across the country. Nearly a third of participants admit to losing sleep over job pressures, while only 3% of the Swiss population report getting a truly healthy night’s rest. The findings highlight deep regional differences in how work-related worries affect people’s rest.
The survey of 100 participants found that 29% struggle to sleep due to work stress. Psychologist Sereina Venzin pointed to rising workplace demands as a key factor disrupting sleep quality. The issue appears most acute in Italian-speaking Switzerland, where nearly 70% of people worry about work—significantly higher than the 60% reported in both French- and German-speaking regions.
Broader data suggests about one in five Swiss adults face stress, performance pressure, or worries that interfere with sleep. Among professionals, nearly half cite excessive workloads as a major barrier to rest. While exact figures for French- and German-speaking areas remain unclear, the trend shows work overload and performance expectations are widespread concerns.
The study underscores how work pressures are cutting into sleep for many Swiss residents. With only a small fraction achieving restful nights, the findings suggest a need for closer attention to workplace demands. Regional disparities further indicate that stress levels vary significantly across the country.
