2023-11-12 20:02:47
Stock Traders Turn to Alcohol and Caffeine for Better Sleep, Study Finds
New research from the University of Washington suggests that stock traders in New York are turning to a combination of alcohol and caffeine as a form of self-medication to achieve better sleep. The study, led by researcher Frank Song, found that the sedative effect of alcohol consumption in the evening appears to reduce the adverse impact of caffeine on sleep quality.
The study, which followed stock traders for six weeks, found that the combination of alcohol and caffeine may help to dampen the stimulating and sedative effects when they are unwanted, such as at bedtime. This self-medication behavior is believed to be common among individuals with high-stress jobs and lifestyles.
Song explained, “The sedative effect of alcohol consumption in the evening appears to reduce the adverse impact of caffeine on sleep quality. This does not mean that a combination of caffeine and alcohol has a positive influence on the quality of sleep, but it does show that both substances can be used side by side to dampen the stimulating and sedative effects when they are unwanted.”
The study also found that while caffeine consumption led to a shorter night’s sleep among the test subjects, they still felt well-rested, highlighting a potential mismatch in the user’s perception.
While the results of the study were surprising for the researchers, Song warned that the combination of alcohol and caffeine is not a miracle cure for a good night’s sleep. He hopes that such a sleeping aid will not be produced, as minimizing alcohol consumption can ultimately lead to an improvement in sleep quality and duration, especially among professionals in high-stress jobs.
The researchers are interested in further investigating the long-term effects of the joint use of alcohol and caffeine and how it may impact individuals’ sleep quality, state of consciousness, and overall health. The study aims to highlight the broader consequences of alcohol and caffeine consumption and the combination of the two, including the performance-reducing effects and economic costs for companies and society.
The findings suggest that there is a need to address the self-medication behavior of individuals with high-stress jobs and the potential risks associated with using alcohol and caffeine as a form of coping mechanism.]
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