Most people who live in cities are more likely to have sleep difficulties than those who live in rural areas, including an increased risk for insomnia, restless leg syndrome, and sleep apnea. This may be related to differences in exposure to light at night and the social jet lag experienced by those who work rotating or evening shifts. Many studies show the quality of sleep of people who live in rural versus urban areas.
This may be related to health outcomes. A study of sleep quality in rural residents (from 9 different states) compared with urban residents (from the same 9 states) found that rural people reported less sleep disturbance, but there was no difference in sleep efficiency or total hours slept. The result was most likely due to people living more time away from artificial light at night.
Start spending more time outdoors today to increase your happiness to de-stress through nature, and outdoor activities for stress relief and happiness instead of spending hours in front of a computer screen. Enjoy the sun, fresh air, and a good book today!
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