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Damien Léger1,2, Marion J Torres3, Virginie Bayon4,5
1Université Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris Cité, EA 7330 VIFASOM, F-75004, Paris, France. damien.leger@aphp.fr.
Most chronic conditions, including obesity, hypertension, diabetes, and mental health disorders, are independently associated with increased likelihood of napping. Cardiovascular diseases and cancers were not significantly linked to napping habits.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Sleep Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Napping is a common behavior with potential links to health.
- Understanding the relationship between chronic conditions and napping is crucial for public health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate associations between physical and mental chronic conditions and napping frequency.
- To identify specific chronic conditions linked to napping behavior.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional epidemiological survey of 43,060 French adults.
- Self-report questionnaire on sleep characteristics and chronic conditions.
- Multivariable logistic regression analysis to assess associations.
Main Results:
- Napping was more prevalent in males and individuals with overweight/obesity, hypertension, diabetes, anxiety, or depressive disorders.
- No significant associations were found between napping and major cardiovascular diseases or specific cancers (breast, prostate).
- Adjusted odds ratios for napping ranged from 1.14 to 1.28 for associated chronic conditions.
Conclusions:
- Most chronic conditions are independently associated with an increased likelihood of napping.
- Further longitudinal studies are required to establish causality.
- Findings highlight napping as a potential indicator for underlying chronic health issues.
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