Electronic Cigarettes Associated With Poor Sleep Health
Young adults who use electronic cigarettes (also known as e-cigarettes) may have worse sleep health than nonusers. *
A team led by researchers at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater administered an online survey to college students. Of the 1,664 students who responded to the survey, 40.9% reported trying or currently using e-cigarettes. Participants who currently used e-cigarettes reported experiencing significantly more sleep difficulties and a greater use of sleep medications.
“Given that poor sleep and substance use, including e-cigarette use, are both common among college students, understanding how e-cigarette use may impact sleep is crucial given its association with numerous health concerns.” -Emma Brett, PhD.
Researchers found that even non-daily use of e-cigarettes was associated with worse sleep health, this may be a useful target for prevention and intervention efforts.
Prospective studies are needed to examine the relationships between e-cigarette use and sleep health.
*Study published in Journal of Sleep Research
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