Screens, Blue Light, and Sleep
An evidence-based look at how screens and blue light affect sleep, and which fixes actually hold up.
In preparation. This article has not been written yet. The outline below shows the sections it will cover once it has been written and medically reviewed.
How light affects the body clock
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What "blue light" actually is
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Screen content and arousal versus the light itself
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Do blue-light glasses and night modes help?
Content pending editorial review.
Practical steps for the evening
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Kids, teens, and screens at night
Content pending editorial review.
When sleep problems persist despite good habits
Content pending editorial review.
Sources
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By Mike Cowan, DO
Medically reviewed by Mike Cowan, DO