This newsletter is intended to provide some helpful reminders from the Refresh Sleep program, along with some new content to help you continue to prioritize your sleep and overall health.
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While many of us are excited about the arrival of spring, the change of seasons might cause some disruptions to our sleep schedule. The lighter days, the warmer breeze, and somehow we feel sleepier than ever.
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On March 12, our clocks will spring forward, and we will have to work to adjust our sleep schedule again. This may be the last time we have to adjust our clocks unless we travel through time zones. The U.S. Senate passed the Sunshine Protection Act of 2021, which would abolish clock changes in favor of permanent daylight saving time. If the current bill passes, permanent daylight saving time will take effect on November 5, 2023, meaning there would be no "fall back" in November, and the clocks would stay as is. Still, before that happens, the House of Representatives and the President must approve the bill.
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As we see campus start to blossom, so might our seasonal allergies. Allergies can be a reason we aren't reaching more restorative sleep phases. A study from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America found that 59% of people who suffer from nasal allergies also struggle with their sleep quality due to their symptoms. 48% of people say their bedmate's sneezing and sniffling also disturbs their sleep. Be sure to make an appointment with UChicago Student Wellness (wellness.uchicago.edu or 773-834-WELL) if you need assistance with your allergies.
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The days are beginning to get longer, but it won't feel that way in the morning just yet. Light plays a very important role in helping us feel alert and awake so, make sure to take time out of your day to get exposure to the sun. This is a great reminder to make sure your daily moisturizer has an SPF in it too! If you want to find a sunny spot on campus, check out our Sunny Spots Map for the prime sunshine locations.
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With the long-anticipated springtime arriving, we can experience a disruption to our sleep pattern. If the excitement causes you to forget to get enough sleep each night, we suggest downloading a sleep tracking app to help understand the links between your sleep, your environment, and factors that promote better sleep. Student Wellness has a partnership with RISE, an energy and sleep tracker subscription app created by the team of sleep experts at Rise Science. It helps you unlock better sleep and enjoy more energy, day after day.
The app tracks how much sleep you owe your body and helps you pay it back while also predicting a daily energy schedule which allows you to optimize your schedule and increase performance. There is also a wealth of informational materials under the learning tab to help utilize the app to the fullest potential. Anyone with a UChicago email can download the app free until 2026 by visiting www.risescience.com/uchicago.
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A warm bedroom might feel cozier, but studies suggest it's not ideal for sleep. As a part of the natural physical process of sleep, our body temperature drops, but with a warm bedroom, that might interfere with our sleep.
(National Center for Biotechnology Information)
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If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Bridget Marley (bmarley@uchicago.edu). If you need further support for your sleep concerns at any time, please contact UChicago Student Wellness (wellness.uchicago.edu or 773.834.WELL) to set up an appointment.
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