Sleeping habits during COVID-19 induced confinement: A study from Jordan
Mahmoud A Alomari1,2, Karem H Alzoubi3,4, Omar F Khabour5
1Division of Physical Therapy, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan.
Heliyon
|December 8, 2021
Summary
COVID-19 confinement significantly altered adult sleep patterns, with most reporting increased sleep duration but decreased daytime sleep. Age and gender influenced sleep disturbances during this period.
Area of Science:
- Sleep science
- Immunology
- Public health
Background:
- Sleep quality is a crucial factor modulating immune responses to pathogens.
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated widespread confinement measures, potentially impacting public sleep patterns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate changes in sleep quality among adults during COVID-19 confinement.
- To identify demographic factors associated with sleep disturbances during confinement.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional online survey study was conducted.
- 1846 adult participants, recruited via social media, reported on confinement experiences and sleep parameters.
- Statistical analyses examined associations between age, gender, job type, and sleep changes.
Main Results:
- Over 92% of participants experienced confinement measures (e.g., lockdown, physical distancing).
- A majority reported increased sleep duration, but nearly half experienced decreased daytime sleep.
- Younger age and female gender were associated with increased sleep disturbances and nighttime sleep, respectively.
Conclusions:
- COVID-19 confinement led to significant alterations in adult sleep patterns.
- Age and gender are key predictors of sleep changes during disease-induced confinement.
- Interventions are needed to improve sleep quality during current and future confinement scenarios.
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