US people will experience the end of Daylight Saving Time this weekend, Nov. 6. As a result, they need to adjust their clock due to changes in their time. Their time will fall back one hour which will make their sleep longer and will give them an extra hour of rest. Good as it seems but it has an impact on the body, so it needs an adjustment on this, or else we may severely be affected on this.
According to some medical research, this changing time affects the mood and health conditions of the Americans. Dr. Samuel Friedlander, clinical assistant professor of Sleep Medicine and Allergy-Immunology at UH Cleveland Medical Center, explain in ABC News. "It is great to have the extra hour of sleep, but a few days later that can lead to worse sleep." He also added that this could result from stress of the body. Thousands of Americans also experience Seasonal Affective Disorder due to this seasonal conditions. It results in milder sadness and worse depression. American Psychological Association (APA) added also other side effects such as trouble sleeping, insomnia and fatigue.
The end of daylight saving time affects the body and health. According to research, young adults are more likely to experience this. If you notice that you are experiencing changes in your mood and body because of this seasonal conditions, experts recommend to visiting doctor. They may help you and give you some advice that you can do to cope up and keep on your routine even changes. CBC News provide some tips on this annual change. First, on the list is taking advantage of the extra hour sleep. Other tips include taking Vitamin D, eating healthy foods and staying hydrated. Doing this will help you to conquer the changes and staying healthy always.
