All articles tagged with #night owls
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Neuroscience News
A study presented at SLEEP 2025 found that adolescents who identify as night owls tend to be more impulsive, especially under stress, compared to morning larks, with psychological factors possibly playing a larger role than biological circadian timing. The research suggests that targeting sleep habits could help reduce impulsivity-related risks during adolescence.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Yahoo
A study finds that night owls experience faster cognitive decline than early birds, partly due to poorer sleep quality, with implications for long-term brain health and dementia risk, especially among highly educated individuals who often have to adapt to early work schedules.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Study Finds
A 10-year study found that highly educated night owls experience more cognitive decline than early risers, mainly due to poor sleep quality and smoking, with work schedules forcing night owls into chronic social jetlag. The findings suggest flexible work hours and targeted health interventions could mitigate long-term brain health risks for night owls.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newser
A new study suggests that just two consecutive nights of poor sleep can make a person feel years older than they really are, with participants reporting feeling three months older for every night of poor sleep. Morning people were particularly affected by limited sleep, but even evening people felt older than their true age after plenty of sleep. Feeling older coincided with more sleepiness, and previous research has linked higher subjective age to depression. The study's lead author suggests that subjective age is "malleable," and if people can be made to feel younger, they may experience associated benefits such as being more willing to take on new experiences and being socially and physically active.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Night owls are at a higher risk of developing atherosclerosis, a common heart condition characterized by the hardening and narrowing of arteries, compared to early birds, according to a study from Sweden's University of Gothenburg. This research is the first to explore how a person's circadian rhythm, or biological clock, specifically affects the arteries of the heart. Factors such as blood pressure, lipids in blood, weight, activity levels, stress, sleep, and smoking also contribute to the risk of artery hardening. The study suggests that circadian rhythm should be considered in the preventive treatment of cardiovascular diseases.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
A study suggests that night owls may have nearly twice the risk of developing hardened arteries compared to early birds. Researchers analyzed data from 771 individuals aged 50 to 64 and found that those who identified as definite night owls were 90% more likely to have hardened arteries. This mismatch in sleep patterns with our natural body clock has been linked to high blood pressure and inflammation, which can damage the arteries. Night owls also tend to have unhealthier lifestyles, which could further increase their risk. The study highlights the importance of considering a healthy lifestyle, including adequate sleep, exercise, and a balanced diet, for individuals who identify as night owls.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Life
Research suggests that early birds, who prefer to wake up early and go to bed at a decent time, may have health benefits such as increased physical activity, lower risk of depression, lower risk of type 2 diabetes, and a longer life. However, night owls have their own advantages, including creativity and mental alertness. The preference for a sleep schedule can be influenced by biological factors, habits, and external factors like work and family. While society tends to favor early birds, it is important to prioritize getting enough sleep, regardless of the preferred sleep schedule.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by SciTechDaily
A study from Brigham and Women's Hospital reveals that individuals who identify as night owls and have later sleep and wake times are at a higher risk of developing diabetes. The research, conducted on 63,676 female nurses, found that evening chronotype was associated with a 19% increased risk of diabetes after accounting for lifestyle factors. Those with evening chronotypes were more likely to engage in unhealthy behaviors such as excessive alcohol consumption, poor diet quality, smoking, and inadequate sleep. The study suggests that personalized work scheduling and tailored prevention strategies may be beneficial in reducing diabetes risk for night owls.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
A new study reveals that individuals who prefer staying up late, known as "night owls," are more likely to engage in unhealthy lifestyle behaviors and have an increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. The analysis of data from over 60,000 female nurses showed that night owls were more prone to unhealthy diets, less exercise, higher body mass index, shorter sleep duration, and smoking. Even after accounting for these factors, night owls still had a 19% higher risk of developing diabetes. The study suggests that the risk may be due to a misalignment between a person's natural body clock and their environment, particularly their work schedule. It emphasizes the importance of adopting healthy habits for individuals with late-night body clocks to mitigate the risk.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
A new study has found that night owls, individuals who prefer staying up late and sleeping in, have a 72% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to early birds. The study also revealed that night owls are more likely to engage in unhealthy behaviors such as poor diet, lack of physical activity, excessive alcohol use, unhealthy BMI, smoking, and inadequate sleep. Even after accounting for these factors, the risk of developing type 2 diabetes for night owls dropped to 19% compared to early birds. The study highlights the importance of managing lifestyle factors and suggests that genetic predisposition may also play a role in the increased risk.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hindustan Times
Researchers at UC San Francisco have found that promoting appropriate sleep patterns in teenagers, particularly those with depression, can help improve their symptoms. The study focused on "night owls," adolescents who naturally stay up late, and found that teaching them to structure their lives to sleep as late as possible while gradually adjusting their sleep schedule led to a significant reduction in depression symptoms. This intervention, called the Transdiagnostic Sleep and Circadian Intervention (TransS-C), proved more effective than educational sessions on leading a healthy lifestyle. A larger study is being funded to further explore the benefits of sleep-wake therapy for teens with depression.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Night owls may have a 9% increased risk of early death compared to early birds, according to a study that followed nearly 24,000 twins from 1981 to 2018. The study found that the increased risk of mortality associated with being an evening person is mainly accounted for by a larger consumption of tobacco and alcohol. Night owls may also be at higher risk for chronic diseases due to their circadian rhythm, sedentary lifestyle, and eating habits. However, lifestyle changes such as exposure to bright light in the morning, avoiding bright screens at night, and eating earlier in the evening may help night owls improve their health.