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Sleep Meds Surge: City Youths Lose Sleep Over Screens
10 Oct
Summary
- Sleep medicine consumption rose by 25% in six months.
- Screen time disrupts natural sleep hormone release.
- Competitive exam aspirants and professionals are most affected.
An alarming trend of increased reliance on sleep medications is emerging among young individuals and professionals in Prayagraj. Over the past six months, local drug traders have observed a nearly 25% surge in the consumption of sleep-related medicines.
Psychiatrists attribute this to modern lifestyles characterized by excessive screen time and mounting academic or workplace pressures. Irregular routines disrupt the body's natural sleep-wake cycle, impacting melatonin production. This is especially noticeable among those preparing for competitive exams and working professionals who often extend screen use late into the night.
Drug traders in the city report substantial demand, estimating sales of sleep-related drugs to be between Rs 6 lakh and Rs 7 lakh in the last half-year. Experts emphasize the importance of establishing fixed sleep schedules, minimizing screen exposure before bedtime, and seeking early medical intervention for persistent sleep disorders to prevent long-term medication dependence.
