In the USA these practices have even become “trends” and raise questions
There’s nothing better than not having time to get out of bed on the weekends. So much so that, in the USA, it has become a “trend” on TikTok to post videos of this moment of morning pleasure, known by the nice Scottish expression “hurkle-durkle”.
Much like “bedtime revenge procrastination” (staying up late to make up for time spent working or caring for others during the day), being “lazy” in bed serves as a reward for the suffering of having to get up early. from Monday to Friday.
If you suffer from insomnia…
For many, curling up in bed is synonymous with self-care. But could overdosing cause problems?
For those suffering from chronic insomnia, yes. In a report of The New York Times, sleep medicine experts suggest moderation in this treatment. According to the American neurologist Alcibiades Rodriguez, from the sleep medicine center at NYU Langone Health, our body “learns” to stay awake in bed. In other words, you may tend to unintentionally repeat the behavior at night, when you need to get up early the next day.
For another expert cited by the American newspaper, neurologist Marjorie Soltis, from Duke University, 30 minutes of laziness in bed is a good limit. And she warns that this extra curl shouldn’t be seen as a substitute for sleep, which is vital for physical and mental health.
According to data recently released by the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, 72% of Brazilians suffer from sleep disorders, the most common of which is insomnia. In this scenario, it is important to know that changes in behavior are the best course of action to treat the problem.
Another recommendation from experts is that many people take advantage of this extra time in bed to read the news or friends’ posts on social media, ending up feeling stressed. That’s why it’s worth thinking twice before turning on your smartphone on these occasions. After all, free time is also precious and must be preserved.
And do you want to spend all day in bed?
Another trend similar to TikTok concerns the desire to spend all day in bed, whose technical name is “clinomania”. In English the expression used is “bed rotting”.
For sleep experts, the practice may be harmless if it occurs occasionally, such as after a harder week at work. If you do this all the time, it’s a good idea to ask yourself if this chronic desire to do nothing signals something worrisome, such as a symptom of depression.
Just like the habit of curling up in bed, spending the day lying down can harm the sleep of those who already struggle to fall asleep early. Taking a walk outdoors, in contact with natural light, is something that helps regulate our biological clock and is common advice from doctors for those who suffer from insomnia. If this is the case for you, you may want to avoid this temptation.
Source: Terra
Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
