Mental Floss debunks and discusses several common misconceptions about sleep.
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Elliott Morgan debunks and discusses several common misconceptions about sleep. According to a study conducted by scientists at Oxford University in 2002, the counting sheep mental exercise does not actually help people fall asleep faster at night. Baa!
Does the early bird really get the worm? This video examines the advantages of being an early bird vs. being a night owl.
Most people usually identify themselves as either an early bird or a night owl, but it’s hard to say if one is better than the other. These are the perks to each one.
Despite what you may prefer, this video from AsapSCIENCE’s YouTube channel explains that your bird type may be predetermined. Genetics may play a part when it comes to which hours you thrive in, along with your environment. Early birds definitely have an edge because they fit better with our standard nine-to-five society, have more positive social traits, and may be less prone to depression and addiction. Night owls experience what is called “social jetlag” in the early hours of the day and that can affect their work and social lives without proper adjustments. It could easily be the other way around, however, if typical workdays and classes occurred during the evening.
