I work for this internet company, so all I have to do is face the computer when I work. It's tiring, though because you have to use your brain a lot. I just want to know if it's possible to work for 24 hours without sleeping..
2007-08-29 10:51:15 · 20 answers · asked by Yuki: Mom to Kio and Yuri 4 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
Yes it is possible, but obviously it's not healthy. Also, don't just assume that you can work 24 hours right off the bat. It is easier to pull an all-nighter if you've already done it.
I would not start drinking caffeine all day to try to pull one off. If you're facing a deadline, it shouldn't be too much of a problem. Try not to use anything to keep you awake. I like to listen to music when I try pulling all-nighters, or stop here and there to do something else to stay awake (watch tv, play a quick video game, talk to someone). Probably the best thing to do to keep awake is just to walk around, and this should alleviate some of the neck / back pain you'll get from staying on the computer too long.
Good luck! It's totally possible to pull one off. I'm a student and have had to stay awake for 24 hours a couple times.
2007-08-29 10:59:27 · answer #1 · answered by vla001 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but don't drive home. I have done many 24 hour stints in front of the computer. One time tried to drive home afterward without a quick nap. Almost fell asleep while driving.
Best way to handle it, I find, is to take 15 mins naps during the night. Keep a timer around or use the computer clock to wake you.
2007-08-29 18:05:29 · answer #2 · answered by Info_Please 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. An average human can remain awake for up to three days. Anything beyond that classifies you as insane. I have no idea why, but it's the truth. Ask a psychologist.
A man actually died in an internet cafe recently because he stayed up too long plaing a video game. So be careful
2007-08-29 17:57:03 · answer #3 · answered by LeeGuy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes,it is possible to work 24 hours.My husband does it.He is an EMT-Intermediate.H e works 24 on and 48 off.He does fine.Just get some rest when you get home.Take some breaks in between that time.Don't overstress yourself.
2007-08-29 18:18:08 · answer #4 · answered by ♥Jennifer♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was an active police officer I did it very often.
I remember one time I was testifying on a armed robbery after working a fresh murder for over 30 hours straight. After court I got someone to drive me home but it just happens sometimes.
As I got older it got a lot harder and the strange hours helped to ruin my health.
2007-08-29 17:58:43 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is definitely possible, though you would have to take a lot of breaks and would probably be in a very bad mood towards the end of the day.
2007-08-29 17:57:34 · answer #6 · answered by Ham B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can go 24 hours without sleep you will be very tired thats all
2007-08-29 17:56:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I have done it. But by the end of the 24 hours your work output it pretty crummy compared to when you are well rested.
2007-08-29 17:58:34 · answer #8 · answered by Marc G 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is possible, but the longer you work the higher the possibility of mistakes in your work. And when you drive home it might not be pretty if you fall asleep at the wheel.
2007-08-29 17:59:54 · answer #9 · answered by prairiefire_14 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't seem like a good idea. It's very against the law! I would def fall asleep...
2007-08-29 17:56:01 · answer #10 · answered by a-mac 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋