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The Impact of News on Sleep Quality
HealthSeptember 8, 20245 min read

The Impact of News on Sleep Quality

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By Dr. Michael Rodriguez
Brightcast Contributor

The "doomscroll hangover" is real. Consuming high-stress information right before bed keeps your sympathetic nervous system activated, making it nearly impossible to drift into deep, restorative sleep.

The Sleep Hack

Try a "digital sunset" 60 minutes before bed. If you must read, reach for something that inspires rather than alarms. You'll find that your dreams follow your diet—the diet of information you consume.