Factors Affecting sleep

• Technology

  • If the SCN is confused about what time it is because of ,the blue light emitted by your mobile phone screen it will restrict the production of melatonin
• Anxiety

  • Anxiety causes adrenaline levels to rise in the body as part of the “fight or flight” response. • This can interfere with the sleep cycle and cause the body temperature and heart rate to increase, making it harder to fall asleep
• Alcohol:

  • Alcohol has sedative effects that can induce feelings of sleepiness, but has been linked to poor sleep quality and duration
• Caffeine

  Blocks adenosine receptors on neurons, making the body less responsive to the build-up of adenosine, reducing feelings of tiredness. • Too much caffeine leads to a build up of adenosine leading to feelings of grogginess the next day