Weekend Habits May Worsen Your Sleep

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22 Aug 2025

A recent study found sleep apnea symptoms worsen during weekends, a trend called "social apnea" 


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Factors like late nights and inconsistent sleep schedules may aggravate breathing issues on weekends 


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Alcohol consumption on weekends can disrupt sleep patterns and worsen existing apnea symptoms


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Many skip using their CPAP therapy devices on weekends, worsening their sleep apnea conditions


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Experts warn that even without apnea, irregular weekend habits can trigger "social jetlag" 


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Social jetlag refers to body clock disruption caused by shifting sleep and wake times


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Consistently waking at the same time daily supports better sleep quality and body rhythm


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Alternating alcohol with water and maintaining routine helps improve weekend sleep hygiene


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