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Sleep/wake rhythm modifications in the Italian population during SARS-CoV2 pandemic: a web-based cross-sectional survey.
Storari, M; Orrù, G; Manconi, M; Caruso, L; Viscuso, D.
  • Storari M; Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy. m.storari93@gmail.com.
Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci ; 25(15): 5047-5056, 2021 08.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1346859
ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE:

The study aims to investigate in a representative sample of the Italian population whether the SARS-CoV2 pandemic and the subsequent home isolation had repercussion on the daily sleep/wake cycling and habits. MATERIALS AND

METHODS:

A web-based cross-sectional survey consisted of various multiple-choice questions concerning demographic characteristics, sleep habits, and sleep-related problems was broadcast through mainstream social-media. Individuals were randomly allowed to participate from April 29th to May 17th, namely 50 days after the lockdown imposition and the day before its abrogation.

RESULTS:

58.84% of respondents experienced a change in their sleep habits. 71% of those whose sleep changed showed a delayed sleep pattern. Overall, a two-fold risk of delayed sleep pattern without any change in total sleep time emerged during the investigation period. Females emerged almost 2 times more likely to modify their sleep habits than males. Youths were also more likely to experience modifications than old people, who conversely appeared protected. A significant improvement in daytime sleepiness occurred during the home isolation which additionally correlated with delayed bedtime and less sleep time.

CONCLUSIONS:

A high rate of change in sleep habits, especially among youths and females, occurred in Italian population during the home isolation to limit the SARS-CoV2 pandemic. Moreover, self-reported daytime sleepiness decreased in severity.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: Sleep Wake Disorders / Circadian Rhythm / SARS-CoV-2 Type of study: Experimental Studies / Observational study / Prognostic study / Randomized controlled trials Limits: Female / Humans / Male Country/Region as subject: Europa Language: English Journal: Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci Journal subject: Pharmacology / Toxicology Year: 2021 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: Eurrev_202108_26462

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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: Sleep Wake Disorders / Circadian Rhythm / SARS-CoV-2 Type of study: Experimental Studies / Observational study / Prognostic study / Randomized controlled trials Limits: Female / Humans / Male Country/Region as subject: Europa Language: English Journal: Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci Journal subject: Pharmacology / Toxicology Year: 2021 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: Eurrev_202108_26462