How Electronics Affect Sleep

Ronaldmakers1106 Jan, 2023Health

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.