Everyone has experienced the negative effects of a poor night of sleep. The exhaustion, the trouble concentrating, and the unpleasant mood are all hallmarks of a restless night. However, not many people know about the long-term consequences of repeatedly failing to get enough sleep. Recent research suggests that sleep deprivation may even be a key contributing factor to the development of Alzheimer’s. Let’s talk about how not getting enough high-quality shuteye may endanger your mental acuity.

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We’ve all done it at one point. As a way to help wind down after a long day, we pacify ourselves and relax in front of an electronic device. Whether it be a smart phone, laptop or big screen television, it can be hard to shut down. However, many people don’t realize that the blue light that emits from electronic devices can seriously disturb your sleep cycle. Of course, this is just one reason why you should keep your electronics out of the bedroom. Consider these three reasons why device use before bed is harmful based on sleep science.

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