Known to few, there is a phenomenon that is occurring with increasing force and that has night and technology as its two main protagonists. Known as «vamping», it consists of using devices at night, making video calls before going to sleep or having your cell phone on as an alarm clock.and believe it or not, it is increasingly affecting both young people and adults, as it alters sleep patterns and general health.
As for this curious name, which sounds like a horror movie, it is actually a combination of «vampire» and «texting.»
With this as a basis, doctors have already identified two key symptoms that indicate that you could be falling into the clutches of this bad habit. The first is the difficulty in falling asleep after using a mobile phone, tablet or computer..
If you find yourself tossing and turning in bed after your late-night TikTok or social media session in general, it’s a clear sign. The second symptom of vamping is chronic fatigue during the daywhich, almost literally, makes you feel like a vampire has sucked all your energy out at eight in the morning.
«Vamping», a bad habit that is robbing millions of people around the world of sleep
But be careful because Its effects go beyond simple dark circles under the eyes and exposure to blue light from screens inhibits the production of melatonin, the sleep hormone.. This can ultimately lead to circadian rhythm disorders, irritability, lack of concentration and even metabolic alterations that can result in obesity.
Of course, the problems here are not only physical and you may also encounter psychological consequences: stress, anxiety and even sudden mood changes could become frequent during your daily life.
The solution? Although simple, it seems that for some it is quite difficult to carry out. Experts recommend setting limits on device use before bed and, for example, leaving as many electronic devices as possible out of the room is a good start.
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