Do you also sleep with the light on? Mind you, a study has said that sleeping with lights on at night can seriously affect our health.
However, turning off the lights at bedtime is a common phrase. Many people say that they have to turn off the light and sleep.
Such problems can occur when sleeping with lights on
Depression
Sleeping with lights on has been linked to depression. Blue light from electronic devices can have the worst effect on your mood. Lack of sleep can also cause irritability. Children who do not get enough sleep may be more hyperactive.
obesity
A study in women found that those who slept with the TV or lights on were more likely to be obese. Study participants also had a 17 percent increase in obesity of about 11 pounds over 1 year.
Accidents
Not getting enough quality sleep makes you less alert the next day. This can be especially dangerous if you drive a car or other type of machinery.
Increased risk of chronic diseases
If light continues to disturb your sleep for a long time, the risk of chronic diseases increases. A study of nearly 100,000 Chinese adults found that sleeping with the lights on at night increased the risk of diabetes.