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How Electronics Affect Sleep
The advancement of technology has resulted in widespread use of electronic devices which is prevalent among children and adolescents. About 3/4th of the American children and adolescents report one screen device in their bedroom and 60% of them reported regular use of electronics before bedtime. In a study conducted on the Impact of Bedroom Electronics on Sleep Quality in Adolescents (2019): with 509 adolescents showed that the presence of electronics in the bedroom was associated with a decrease in sleep quality. Specifically, the presence of electronics in the bedroom was associated with an increase in sleep latency, a decrease in total sleep time, and a decrease in sleep efficiency. Sleep is one of the most important aspects of human health and wellness, yet it is becoming increasingly elusive in our modern world. With the proliferation of electronics, such as smartphones, computers, televisions, and gaming systems, it is more difficult for people to get the restful sleep they need. The symphony of healthy sleep and electronics is getting harder to collaborate with the modernization of technology. The most vital aspect of survival is getting curbed due to the excess indulgence in the hand held machines. In a study conducted by the University of Basel in Switzerland which found that exposure to a blue LED light emitted from electronic devices significantly reduced sleepiness and increased alertness in participants. Furthermore, the content of electronics can have a negative effect on sleep. People who spend much time playing video games or watching stimulating television shows may have difficulty calming their minds and bodies enough to fall asleep. Additionally, the blue light emitted from electronic screens can suppress the production of melatonin. Finally, the use of electronics can disrupt sleep patterns by making it difficult to find a regular bedtime.
06-Jan-2023, 04:23 PM