Sedentary work significantly increases insomnia-like symptoms
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A study published in the Journal of Occupational Health Psychology has revealed that sedentary work environments are associated with a 37% higher risk of developing symptoms similar to insomnia. The study explored how job design, including technology use, physical activity levels, and work schedules affects sleep patterns. Health experts recommend incorporating more movement throughout the day as a preventive strategy to combat this issue. For those unable to avoid screens, using blue-light filters can help mitigate sleep disruption. Additionally, night shift workers may benefit from light exposure therapy to adjust their circadian rhythms. These strategies highlight the need for workplace adjustments to improve sleep health and reduce sedentary risks.
Source
Smith, C. E., Lee, S., Allen, T. D., Wallace, M. L., Andel, R., Buxton, O. M., Patel, S. R., & Almeida, D. M. (2024). Designing work for healthy sleep: A multidimensional, latent transition approach to employee sleep health. Journal of Occupational Health Psychology, 29(6), 409–430. https://doi.org/10.1037/ocp0000386
Additional Reading
https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/15/health/job-design-impacts-sleep-study-wellness/index.html
https://www.menshealth.com/uk/health/a63368908/sitting-at-work-ruining-sleep-study/