As sleep experts recommend, avoid screens in the hour before bed. But emerging research reveals that your social media habits throughout the day also play a significant role in sleep quality.
A recent study analyzed nighttime sleep data from students aged 11 to 20, including platforms like WhatsApp. The findings are concerning: those using social media for just one hour daily experienced reduced sleep duration.
Alarmingly, only 36.4% of participants met recommended sleep guidelines. While studies on adults over 20 are limited, the evidence underscores how deeply social media is woven into our lives—and its potential toll on restorative rest.
