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Sleep Inertia Phone Habits

Meaning

Sleep Inertia Phone Habits describes the common, detrimental behavior of immediately engaging with a digital device, particularly a smartphone, upon waking, thereby prolonging the transient state of grogginess, disorientation, and impaired cognitive performance known as sleep inertia. This habit interferes with the natural, gradual transition from sleep to wakefulness, potentially increasing morning cortisol levels due to the abrupt cognitive load and stress of information intake. Clinically, this practice can diminish morning productivity and exacerbate feelings of chronic fatigue.