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Apr 2024
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What is social jet lag?

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You’ve probably heard of jetlag, the feeling of fatigue and disorientation that occurs when you travel across different time zones, but did you know that you can experience a similar phenomenon without leaving your home? 

It’s called social jetlag and is caused by changing your sleep patterns. It happens when you change your sleep schedule on the weekends to fit your social life.

Why is social jetlag a problem? How can you avoid social jetlag? How to create a regular sleep schedule? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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