How evening screen time affects sleep in older adults
This study tests whether watching screens in the evening changes sleep quality in healthy older adults. You would wear a special headband at night to track your sleep, and the researchers will compare sleep after normal screen use versus reduced screen use.
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Who can take part
- You are between 60 and 75 years old.
- You regularly use a smartphone or tablet in the evening.
- You are willing to wear a headband that monitors your sleep every night during the study.
- You do not have a diagnosed sleep disorder.
- You do not have severe memory or thinking problems.
- You are not taking medications that strongly affect sleep, such as melatonin or benzodiazepines.
Quick eligibility check
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