Written by: Mantasha Qureshi
Excessive screen time before bed can negatively impact your sleep. Here's how it affects you and tips to improve your sleep:
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Exposure to blue light from screens inhibits melatonin production, the hormone responsible for regulating sleep. This can delay your sleep onset and reduce sleep quality.
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Watching stimulating content on screens (like action-packed shows or social media) can keep your brain active, making it harder to wind down before bedtime.
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Late-night screen use often leads to prolonged wakefulness, cutting into the time your body needs to rest and recover.
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Try to avoid screens at least 30 minutes to an hour before going to bed to allow your body to naturally prepare for sleep.
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Enable blue light filters or "Night Mode" on your devices, which can reduce the impact of screens on melatonin production.
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Incorporate relaxing activities like reading, listening to calming music, or meditation to help transition your body into sleep mode.
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Establish a screen curfew, such as no devices after 9 PM, to encourage better sleep habits.
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