[Time to sleep; disruption of the biological clock due to night and shift work].

Dec 18, 2015Nederlands tijdschrift voor geneeskunde

Night and shift work disrupt the body’s internal clock and affect sleep timing

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Abstract

The disruption of natural biological rhythms is increasingly linked to negative health outcomes.

  • Working night shifts may adversely affect sleep quality and general well-being.
  • Long-term health effects associated with disrupted biological rhythms are becoming clearer.
  • Light exposure and circadian rhythm play significant roles in health outcomes.
  • Measures to mitigate the effects of night shifts on health are summarized.
  • Further research is needed to understand the full impact of unsociable shift patterns.

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