Sleep problems have a detrimental effect on the immune system, and this, in turn, makes us more vulnerable to the threat of infectious diseases.
According to doctor-somnologist Irina Zavalko, the lack of adequate sleep also negatively affects the cardiovascular system and metabolism, provoking obesity. The psyche also comes under attack: mood decreases, attention and motivation are weakened, the risk of developing depressive states and anxiety increases. Together, all this reduces the average life expectancy, reports “Tape».
The expert noted that the state of affairs in light of the pandemic also contributes to anxiety and the development of stress, and this can cause difficulty in sleeping. The doctor advised not to concentrate mentally on negative events and phenomena, if it is impossible to influence them on our own. On the contrary, the ability to relax comes to the fore. This is a highly underestimated and useful skill that you need to cultivate in yourself.
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