Alaska's Winter Woes: Time Change & Circadian Rhythm

Alaskans grapple with shorter days after time change, leading to sleep deprivation and increased risks of accidents and substance use. Psychiatric physician assistant Lisa Alexia explains the triple whammy of later bedtimes, waking up in the dark, and social jetlag. She suggests using a SAD lamp, maintaining consistent sleep schedules, and engaging in morning exercise to combat these issues. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.