Many people read before bed to help them drop off to sleep.
However, new research
reveals that if you’re using a digital device,
the opposite may happen. A small
study revealed the light from these devices delay sleep, reduce the length of
deep (REM) sleep, and participants took longer to wake up the next morning.
"There could be serious effects if you use these
devices night after night," Knutson said. "People need to be more
mindful. Think about when you're using them. You could think of electronics as
similar to junk food. Eating junk food is fine from time to time, but you have
to do it in moderation."
Take note to see how these lighted devices effect you - and your
kids. Or, cosy up with a paper book for bedtime
reading.
