This week in sleep news…
The most popular sleep music
A study published this week in PLOS One dug into the commonalities of music we listen to as we fall asleep. Researchers from the Center for Music in the Brain at Denmark’s Aarhus University studied 225,626 tracks used in nearly 1,000 sleep playlists on music streaming service Spotify. In reviewing the characteristics, the team found that the music was often instrumental and acoustic, as well as softer and slower than other music.
Sleep Awareness Week dates announced
Mark your calendars: Sleep Awareness Week dates for 2023 have officially been announced. From March 12 to 18, Sleep Awareness Week will serve as a call to action for the public to recognize their sleep as a crucial part of health and well-being. This year marks the 25th anniversary and will begin when we spring forward to start daylight saving time. Over the course of the week, you may feel tired. Mattress Firm and Sleep.com will be sharing plenty of tips for how to prioritize your sleep to feel your best.
Sleep and COVID-19
In a conversation with Healio, Dr. Indira Gurubhagavatula discussed the connection between COVID-19 and sleep disorders. Gurubhagavatula said, “there is evidence of an association between COVID-19 infection and disordered sleep. We have seen data that suggest underlying sleep disorders may increase the likelihood of developing COVID-19 or having worse outcomes from the viral illness. Conversely, there is also evidence to suggest that COVID-19 itself can cause or worsen sleep disturbances.” Gurubhagavatula also said that there is data evidence that shows that people with sleep apnea who get COVID-19 do worse than those without, probably because both issues correlate with reduced oxygen levels.
World leader resigns citing burnout
New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern inspired us this week, resigning due to not having “enough in the tank.” Though global reaction has been mixed, we applaud her decision to prioritize her wellness. As Simone Biles taught us during the Olympics in 2021, diminished mental health can have major implications on performance no matter what it is that you do, and it’s important to prioritize yourself and replenish that tank before focusing on the job at hand.
In sleep-centric social media...
TikToker Bobby shares his peaceful evening routine that includes the six ways he slows down from a busy day.
