In this digital age, mobile phones have become an important part of our lives. For many people, looking at mobile phones has become a habit, especially before sleeping at night. However, this habit completely disrupts the natural sleep cycle of our body. This can cause problems like reduced quality of sleep, insomnia, fatigue, irritability and low concentration the next day.
Pressure on eyes, effect on brain
According to the National Library of Medicine, using mobile phones at night can put a lot of strain on the eyes. The blue light emitted from mobile screens signals our brain not to sleep now, to stay awake. This keeps the mind active and due to which one cannot sleep. If sleep is disrupted for a long time, it can have a serious impact on our memory, ability to take right decisions and mental stability.
Higher risk among youth
This habit is more common among teenagers. They keep playing games till late night and chatting on social media. At this age the brain is not fully developed yet. Lack of sleep at such times can hinder brain development. This results in problems like lack of concentration, loss of interest in studies and loss of self-confidence.
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Serious impact on small children...
The use of mobile phones is increasing rapidly among small children. Children who watch cartoons or videos before sleeping at night often become irritable and hyperactive. Their sleep schedule gets completely disturbed. This has a negative impact on their physical and mental development.
Excessive use of mobile phones can also reduce social skills. Children who spend too much time on the phone may have difficulty interacting with others and developing social skills. This can lead to a lack of empathy and understanding of social cues.
Excessive use of mobile phone can impair academic performance. Distractions caused by mobile phones can lead to loss of concentration and reduced productivity. This may result in reduced grades and academic performance.
Holding the phone for a long time can cause back and neck pain. This may be due to incorrect posture or weight of the phone. Prolonged use of mobile phones can cause chronic pain and discomfort.
Solution, healthy life...
Overall, this habit of using mobile phones at night is very harmful for our health. We should take it seriously and reduce the use of mobile phones. Especially it is important to keep the mobile phone completely separate one hour before sleeping. Adhering to regular sleep and giving complete rest to the body and mind at night is very important for mental and physical health. This is not just a change of habit, but an important step towards a healthy lifestyle.
(Disclaimer: This general information has been provided for reading purposes only. News Himachali does not make any claims about the scientific validity of this information. Please consult a doctor or experts for more details.)
