From the lifestyle of "going to bed late and waking up late", to the persistent pursuit of "8 hours of sleep", to the trouble of tossing and turning late at night and having difficulty sleeping, these problems not only affect our health, but also invisibly change our quality of life. So, does "going to bed late and waking up late" count as staying up late? Do we really need to sleep enough for eight hours a day? When faced with the choice between not being able to sleep or staying up late, which is more harmful? Today, let's explore the mysteries of these sleeps.
1. Sleeping late and waking up late is considered to be a late night?
Before we explore this question, we must first clarify what "staying up late" is. Traditionally, staying up late is the act of delaying falling asleep beyond the normal sleep time. However, with the diversification of modern lifestyles, people's definition of "normal sleep time" is also changing. If you have a habit of going to bed late and waking up late every day, and you can ensure enough sleep time and quality, then in a sense, it is not a late night.
However, it is important to note that a lifestyle of going to bed late and waking up late may break the body's biological clock, affecting the body's normal metabolism and hormone secretion. So, even though you may be used to this routine, it can still have a detrimental effect on your health in the long run.
2. Do I have to sleep enough for 8 hours?
"8 hours of sleep" may seem like a universal sleep standard, but in reality, everyone's sleep needs are different. According to the recommendations of the National Sleep Foundation, the sleep needs of adults typically range from 7 to 9 hours. Therefore, not everyone needs to strictly follow the 8-hour sleep standard.
What's more, sleep quality is more important than sleep time. Even if you only sleep 6 hours a day, if you are able to fall into a deep sleep during this time and wake up feeling refreshed, then your sleep quality is good. Conversely, if you sleep 8 hours a day but spend most of your time in light sleep and wake up feeling exhausted, your sleep quality may not be ideal.
3. Can't sleep or stay up late, which is more harmful?
Faced with the choice of not being able to sleep and staying up late, many people may be entangled. On the one hand, they are worried that if they force themselves to fall asleep, they will become more anxious and cause insomnia, and on the other hand, they are afraid that staying up late will cause more damage to their bodies.
In fact, whether it is not being able to sleep or staying up late, it will have a bad effect on the body. Long-term insomnia may lead to memory loss, weakened immune system, mood swings, etc., while staying up late for a long time may lead to health problems such as cardiovascular disease, metabolic disorders, and obesity.
Therefore, in the face of this situation, we should try to find a balance. If you find yourself in bed and can't sleep, try relaxing activities such as listening to soft music and reading to ease your anxiety. At the same time, we should also try to avoid staying up late frequently and maintain a regular schedule to maintain the health of the body.
Aya has something to say:
Sleep is an integral part of our lives, and it is related to our physical health and mental health. When faced with problems such as "going to bed late and waking up late", "8 hours of sleep" and "can't sleep and stay up late", we should make a choice according to our actual situation and needs. It is important to maintain a regular sleep schedule, good sleep quality, and adequate sleep time to maintain our physical and mental health.
Finally, I hope that everyone can have a comfortable sleeping environment and a healthy sleep habit, so that we can also find a moment of peace and relaxation in our busy lives.