Do you really know? What is social jet lag?
Sep 16, 2025
Discover the intriguing concept of social jet lag, where weekend sleep schedule shifts can leave you feeling disoriented. Learn how these irregular patterns affect your health and well-being. The discussion offers practical tips on establishing a consistent sleep routine to combat this phenomenon. Get ready to rethink your approach to weekends and sleep!
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Weekend Sleep Shifts Cause Social Jet Lag
- Social jet lag occurs when you shift your sleep schedule on weekends to fit social life, creating a mismatch with your natural rhythm.
- A three-hour weekend shift counts as three hours of social jet lag and misaligns your circadian timing.
Wide Health Impact Beyond Tiredness
- Social jet lag links to many health harms including lower healthy gut bacteria and increased disease risks.
- It also disrupts mood, energy, appetite, immunity, hormones, memory and concentration.
Limit Sleep Variation To One Hour
- Keep your bedtime and wake-up time within one hour every day to avoid social jet lag.
- Stick to a fixed sleep schedule, even on weekends, and limit occasional changes to one hour.