Using your phone while you sleep increases the risk of addiction. These are the two symptoms to watch out for, according to doctors
There is a little-known phenomenon that is increasingly popular, and its main story is night and technology. Known as “nighttime device addiction," making video calls before bed or using your mobile phone as an alarm clock, and although you may not believe it, it is increasingly affecting both young people and adults, affecting sleep patterns and overall health.
Accordingly, doctors have already identified two main symptoms that indicate that you may be falling into the clutches of this very bad habit. The first is difficulty falling asleep after using a mobile phone, tablet, or computer.
If you find yourself tossing and turning in bed after a late-night TikTok or social media session in general, that’s a clear sign. The second symptom of addiction is chronic daytime fatigue, which makes you feel almost literally like a vampire has sucked all your energy out of you at 8 a.m.
The phone at night is a bad habit that deprives millions of people around the world of sleep.
But be careful because its effects go beyond simple dark circles, and exposure to blue light from screens inhibits the production of melatonin, the sleep hormone. This can eventually lead to disruptions in the biological clock, irritability, lack of concentration, and even metabolic disorders that can lead to obesity.
Of course, the problems here are not only physical; you may also face psychological consequences: stress, anxiety, and even sudden mood swings may become frequent in your daily life.
The solution? Although simple, it seems very difficult for some people to implement. Experts recommend setting limits on device use before bed, and leaving as many electronic devices as possible out of the bedroom is a good start.