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Epidemiological study: chronotype and daytime sleepiness before and during Ramadan
M Taoudi Benchekroun1, R Roky, J Toufiq
1Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Casablanca, Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Casablanca, Morocco.
Therapie
|February 10, 2000
Summary
Ramadan fasting significantly alters sleep patterns and increases daytime sleepiness in young adults. Meal frequency decreases, sleep schedules shift later, and chronotypes change, impacting daily alertness.
Area of Science:
- Sleep Medicine
- Chronobiology
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Limited epidemiological data exist on Ramadan fasting's impact on life habits and daytime sleepiness.
- Understanding changes in meal frequency, sleep habits, and chronotype during Ramadan is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effects of Ramadan fasting on chronotype and daytime sleepiness.
- To analyze changes in meal frequency and sleep habits during Ramadan.
Main Methods:
- A study involving 264 subjects aged 20-30 years was conducted.
- Chronotype was assessed using the Horne and Ostberg scale.
- Daytime sleepiness was evaluated using the Epworth Sleepiness Scale before and during Ramadan.
Main Results:
- Meal frequency significantly decreased during Ramadan.
- Sleep patterns shifted, with subjects waking later and sleeping later.
- A significant increase in evening types and a decrease in morning types were observed in chronotype.
- Daytime sleepiness significantly increased during Ramadan.
Conclusions:
- Ramadan fasting is associated with significant alterations in sleep habits and chronotype.
- Increased daytime sleepiness is a notable consequence of fasting during Ramadan.
- These findings highlight the need for awareness regarding sleep and alertness during Ramadan.