India, March 20 -- A new study from the University of Surrey evaluated whether night owls face a higher risk of poor mental health compared to early risers.
During the study, researchers surveyed 546 university students, examining their sleep patterns, ability to focus on the present moment, rumination tendencies, alcohol consumption, and levels of depression and anxiety.
The findings confirmed that individuals with an evening chronotype had a significantly higher risk of depression, influenced by key lifestyle factors. On average, night owls reported poorer sleep quality, higher alcohol intake, and lower mindfulness compared to early risers.
The study also supported previous research suggesting that people are more prone to worry and ru...