Falling asleep to your favorite sitcom or crime drama might feel comforting, especially if you’ve done it for years. But mounting research shows that sleeping with the TV on could be doing more harm than good. While it may seem harmless, that soft glow and constant background noise can quietly sabotage your rest, health, and even mental well-being. From disrupting your sleep cycle to raising your risk of weight gain, the effects add up quickly. If you’re in the habit of leaving the TV on overnight, here are eight reasons you might want to reconsider.
