Reflections
Notes on light, sleep and circadian rhythms from the LYS team and the researchers we work with.
How to use chronotypes in your workforce
Research suggests that matching chronotypes to work hours and shift schedules improves employee sleep duration, quality and wellbeing.
What are the economic costs of insufficient sleep?
Insufficient sleep has far-reaching economic consequences as it negatively impacts health, well-being and productivity.
Can sleep loss trigger loneliness?
Loneliness and social isolation are linked to various health risks, including sleep disruption. But can sleep loss trigger loneliness?
5 ways to prioritise your exposure to light
Do you want to feel more energised and sleep better? 5 useful ways to improve the amount and quality of light you receive throughout the day.
How chronotype and social jetlag can influence physical activity
Based on research, chronotype and social jetlag can influence physical activity levels, performance and perceived exercise intensity.
How to achieve a well-balanced work from home experience
The global pandemic has turned our lives upside down. What measures can you take to improve your energy levels, sleep and overall wellbeing while working from...
The dark side of blue light and screen-time
Blue or short-wavelength light is crucial for our bodies. During the daytime, it activates our body’s internal clock. But blue light and screen-time is disruptive at...
Social jet lag and how do we tackle it
We are all aware of jet lag, but not necessarily of the term social jet lag. Social jet lag is a prevailing health concern.
Your mental health and circadian rhythms are closely connected
Scientists now think that there is a deep connection between our mental health, circadian rhythms and sleep.
Seasonal Affective Disorder and the power of light
Seasonal Affective Disorder, or the Winter Blues, is a type of depression. Learn how light can treat and even prevent the disorder.
How lockdown and social distancing changed our sleep-wake cycles
As the restrictions on public life gradually ease across Europe, we are only just starting to uncover the full effects on our mental and physical health....
From sleep to circadian health - the focus is shifting
It suddenly feels like the world has woken up to the importance of circadian rhythms. Earlier this month, the Global Wellness Summit announced that circadian rhythms...