gone_internal t1_jbmmyx1 wrote on March 10, 2023 at 3:10 AM

I've heard that mishap rates increase the day after a time change, particularly in spring. Is that actually true? If so how long does that effect last?

SnoozeMD t1_jbmrwo5 wrote on March 10, 2023 at 3:51 AM

Hi, /u/gone_internal! You are correct - "springing forward" is particularly challenging and involves the loss of one hour of sleep. This is associated with an increased risk of motor vehicle collisions, heart attacks, strokes, mood disorders, and even substance use and suicide. The duration varies with each effect, though there is some evidence that we struggle to adapt to some of the effects even months after this change.