"There is no universal rule for the ideal sleep time," as every person has their unique life rhythm. This was stated by Doctor Vladimir Kovalzon here.
This topic was prompted by the conclusions of scientists from the Groningen Medical Institute in Germany. According to them, sleeping late, especially in people with higher education, can accelerate brain aging.
The authors speculated that such individuals are prone to overthinking before sleep, which could intensify the negative impact. However, Kovalzon criticized these views as baseless.
«It's nonsense and absurdity! Whether you sleep early or late has no effect on human life — it all depends on one's work rhythm. If you are accustomed to sleeping at a certain time, everything will be fine», — he said.
According to the specialist, the harmful factor is abrupt changes in sleep patterns, especially for the elderly and the sick. Young people, however, adapt more easily to such changes. Kovalzon emphasized that the lack of sleep does not directly lead to serious diseases like cancer, stroke, or heart attack.
As the doctor notes, every person's sleeping habit varies. For some, gadgets before bedtime can be harmful, while others might find the noise of a television induces sleep. The most important thing is to stick to one's regimen.
For instance, medical personnel and military often are "early risers", while creatives tend to be active late. According to him, active late-night parties and overeating do not contribute to healthy sleep, and any abrupt changes in habits can harm the body.
