Summary
Introduction:
This text provides an analysis of a scientific study examining the impact of age and inhalant use on sleep quality in adolescents. The study aims to assess the potential effects of electronic cigarettes, traditional tobacco, and dual usage of both on sleep quality and cough in adolescents. The study also explores the relationship between inhalant use and anxiety and depression.
Key Points:
* The study was conducted over three years, with participants recruited through social media sites.
* The survey consisted of three sections: inhalant use, sleep quality, and cough.
* The study found that adolescents reported longer sleep duration with increasing age.
* Female dual users slept more than nonsmokers, with a mean difference of 43.8 minutes.
* The study also observed an association between dual use and sleep latency vs nonsmokers.
* There was no correlation between inhalant use and cough.
* The study raises concerns about sleep disruption and nicotine-induced wakefulness in females.
* Further data are required to guide public health strategies.
Main Message:
The study highlights the potential impact of inhalant use on sleep quality in adolescents, particularly in females. The findings suggest that dual usage of electronic cigarettes and conventional tobacco may affect sleep latency and duration, which could have implications for public health strategies. The study also underscores the importance of addressing sleep issues in adolescents, as short sleep duration has been associated with various health problems. Overall, the study provides valuable insights into the relationship between inhalant use and sleep quality in adolescents, which could inform future research and policy-making.
Citation
Malhotra CK, Gunge D, advani I, Boddu S, Nilaad S, Crotty alexander LE. assessing the potential impact of age and inhalant use on sleep in adolescents. Journal of clinical sleep medicine : JCSM : official publication of the american academy of Sleep Medicine. 2021;17(11):2233-2239. doi:10.5664/jcsm.9414